<p>Our client is seeking a <strong>Payroll Manager</strong> to lead payroll operations for a growing multi-location organization in the <strong>Gallatin </strong>area. This position is a<strong> contract</strong> opportunity that offers a blend of hands-on payroll processing and team leadership responsibilities, making it an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys driving accuracy, compliance, and process improvements.</p><p>Working closely with HR, Finance, and operational leadership, this individual will help ensure payroll is processed efficiently while supporting ongoing enhancements to payroll procedures and systems.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage payroll operations for employees across <strong>multiple states </strong>and locations.</li><li>Supervise and provide guidance to a small payroll team, ensuring deadlines and accuracy standards are consistently met.</li><li>Review payroll transactions, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and related adjustments.</li><li>Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local payroll regulations.</li><li>Research and resolve payroll issues, discrepancies, and employee inquiries.</li><li>Support payroll-related audits, reconciliations, tax reporting, and year-end processing activities.</li><li>Collaborate with HR and Accounting teams on payroll reporting, employee data management, and special projects.</li><li>Recommend and implement process improvements designed to increase efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.</li><li>Assist with payroll system updates, testing, and process documentation.</li><li>Travel periodically to support payroll operations at various company locations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced <strong>Senior Accounting Manager</strong> to oversee core accounting operations of a dynamic and growing organization and to provide leadership across financial reporting, close processes, compliance, controls, and team development. This <strong>contract</strong> position offers a <strong>hybrid </strong>schedule in <strong>Brentwood</strong>, TN, and is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys balancing strategic initiatives with day-to-day accounting operations.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li><strong>Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process</strong>, ensuring deadlines are met and reporting is accurate, complete, and timely.</li><li>Manage and mentor accounting team members while providing oversight of financial reporting activities and operational accounting processes.</li><li>Serve as the primary<strong> liaison for external auditors </strong>and lead all aspects of the annual audit process, ensuring timely and high-quality audit support.</li><li>Oversee the design, implementation, and ongoing effectiveness of internal controls and compliance initiatives.</li><li>Evaluate existing processes and develop enhanced controls and procedures to support business growth and changing operational requirements.</li><li>Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Support <strong>finance transformation initiatives</strong>, including process improvements, system enhancements, and automation projects.</li><li>Develop, coach, and train accounting staff to strengthen technical accounting knowledge and overall team performance.</li><li>Partner with leadership to identify risks, maintain strong financial governance, and support business continuity planning.</li><li>Participate in special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.</li></ul>
<p>Our client is seeking an experienced accounting professional to provide leadership and hands-on support within its <strong>Inventory Accounting</strong> function. This role will be responsible for the accounting activities associated with a designated operating facility, including inventory accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, financial analysis, and cross-functional support.</p><p>The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in inventory accounting, manufacturing, refining, energy, or other complex operational environments. This individual will be comfortable working independently, managing multiple priorities, and partnering with both operations and finance teams to ensure accurate inventory valuation and financial reporting.</p><p>This engagement offers an opportunity to make an immediate impact within a fast-paced accounting environment while supporting critical month-end and inventory management processes.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Own inventory accounting activities for an assigned operating facility.</li><li>Account for inventory purchases, transfers, adjustments, and inventory movement transactions.</li><li>Prepare and review monthly inventory reconciliations and supporting schedules.</li><li>Calculate and analyze beginning and ending inventory balances during month-end close.</li><li>Support accounting for inventory financing and inventory-related contractual arrangements.</li><li>Participate in the monthly financial close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.</li><li>Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies and accounting variances.</li><li>Partner closely with operations, supply chain, and finance teams to ensure accurate inventory reporting.</li><li>Assist with process improvements, internal controls, and documentation related to inventory accounting.</li><li>Support audit requests and provide detailed accounting support when needed.</li><li>Contribute to special projects and ad hoc analysis as assigned.</li></ul>