<p>This search is being conducted by Steve Spinello.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Cost Accountant – Multi-Entity (Standard Cost Environment)</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Chattanooga, Knoxville, Nashville, or Athens, TN (Hybrid work flexibility)</p><p>Are you a cost accounting expert eager for your next challenge in a high-growth, multi-entity setting? Ready to drive meaningful impact—beyond the spreadsheets—at a company where your analytical prowess powers smarter, leaner, and more profitable operations?</p><p><strong>Here’s Your Opportunity:</strong> Join a dynamic team supporting multiple thriving business entities across Tennessee. This is your chance to wield your expertise in a standard cost environment and collaborate with top-tier leaders who value your voice as much as your skills.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Own:</strong></p><ul><li>Command the standard cost system—lead BOM set-up, cost roll-ups, and on-the-ground costing accuracy.</li><li>Dive into deep-dish variance analyses—material, labor, and overhead—pinpointing root causes and delivering game-changing insights to leadership.</li><li>Inspect every penny: Review landed costs (freight, duties, handling) to ensure flawless product costing.</li><li>Conduct time studies and labor analyses to uncover efficiencies and exact labor costing.</li><li>Team up across operations, engineering, and supply chain to keep cost data airtight and in-sync.</li><li>Spearhead month-end and year-end closings for inventory and cost of goods sold.</li><li>Reconcile inventory and cost accounts, resolve discrepancies, and champion corrective strategies.</li><li>Produce powerful financial reports and present them directly to management.</li><li>Be audit-ready—supporting on inventory and costing.</li><li>Ignite and lead continuous improvement projects to fuel cost savings and profitability.</li></ul><p><strong>Why You’ll Love This Role:</strong></p><ul><li>Location flexibility—enjoy the vibrant cities of Chattanooga, Knoxville, Nashville, or Athens, TN.</li><li>Direct exposure to leadership and multiple business units—a role with real influence and high visibility.</li><li>Boost your career as you power up financial efficiency across a forward-thinking organization.</li></ul><p>Ready to bring your expertise to a team where your work makes a difference across major Tennessee markets?</p><p><strong>Apply now to unlock your full potential and drive the business forward!</strong></p>
We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support daily financial and operational tasks for a busy fuel industry team in Knoxville, Tennessee. This Contract position offers a strong entry point for someone who wants to grow experience in accounting, fleet support, and logistics while working in a fully onsite environment. The role provides up to 40 hours per week on a long-term assignment, with the possibility of future permanent employment based on performance and business needs.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Enter, update, and verify inventory information to keep records complete and accurate.<br>• Maintain fleet service files by tracking maintenance activity, schedules, and related documentation.<br>• Assist with logistics coordination by working with internal departments to help keep vehicle operations running efficiently.<br>• Process vendor invoices and support timely accounts payable activities.<br>• Record incoming customer payments and apply receipts accurately within accounts receivable processes.<br>• Help complete truck audit tasks by reviewing documentation and identifying missing or inconsistent information.<br>• Organize accounting and fleet records so files remain current, accessible, and audit-ready.<br>• Provide general administrative and accounting support to the fleet and finance teams as priorities shift.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to join a fully onsite team in Gatlinburg,Tennessee in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position combines payroll leadership with day-to-day accounting support and is well suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can manage detailed financial processes with accuracy and consistency. The role partners closely with internal teams to maintain payroll compliance, support financial operations, and help keep accounting activities running smoothly.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage bi-weekly payroll for approximately 40 employees using Paylocity, ensuring timely and accurate processing.</p><p>• Oversee payroll tax submissions, recurring payroll reports, and compliance with applicable filing requirements.</p><p>• Administer electronic timekeeping records and maintain accurate employee payroll documentation in coordination with Human Resources.</p><p>• Support audit readiness by organizing payroll and accounting records and responding to documentation requests.</p><p>• Handle accounts payable activities, including invoice review, entry, and payment processing.</p><p>• Coordinate accounts receivable functions such as billing, collections, cash application, and resolution of payment discrepancies.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries, reconcile accounts, and assist with general ledger maintenance.</p><p>• Use Sage 100 for daily accounting tasks and leverage Raiser’s Edge to monitor donation-related financial activity.</p>
We are looking for an entry-level Staff Accountant to join our team in Cherokee, North Carolina. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your accounting expertise while contributing to various financial operations. If you're passionate about accuracy and detail-oriented, this position could be a great fit.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to ensure accurate financial records.<br>• Assist in maintaining and reconciling the general ledger accounts.<br>• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings.<br>• Analyze financial data to identify discrepancies and resolve issues.<br>• Collaborate with team members to ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.<br>• Contribute to the preparation of financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.<br>• Participate in audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.<br>• Monitor and report on financial transactions to maintain accuracy and transparency.<br>• Assist in implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency in accounting operations.
<p>Robert Half is currently recruiting for an Accounts Payable Manager to lead day-to-day payables operations for our client in Knoxville, Tennessee. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist who can strengthen invoice processing, payment execution, and issue resolution while maintaining accuracy and compliance. The role also supports process improvement initiatives and financial systems work, making it a strong fit for someone who combines operational oversight with technical capability.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the full accounts payable cycle, from invoice intake and coding through payment release and record maintenance.</p><p>• Review invoices against supporting documentation and perform three-way matching to confirm accuracy before approval.</p><p>• Oversee check runs and ACH payments, ensuring vendors are paid on time and transactions are processed correctly.</p><p>• Investigate invoice variances, vendor questions, and payment discrepancies, then drive issues to resolution efficiently.</p><p>• Manage and improve automated billing and payable workflows to increase efficiency and reduce manual processing.</p><p>• Support financial system projects, including implementation activities and enhancements involving Dynamics AX and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.</p><p>• Monitor invoice coding practices and maintain strong internal controls to support accurate general ledger reporting.</p><p>• Use Microsoft Excel to analyze payables data, track outstanding items, and prepare operational reporting for leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>A bachelor's degree in accounting is preferred with 3+ years of management experience. The position is 100% onsite and will require someone to live in the Knoxville and surrounding areas. For immediate consideration please contact Lisa Coker at 865-370-2084 to set up an interview</p>