Senior Accountant (Manufacturing / Hybrid)

Arkansas Talent Group•Little Rock, AR

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Arkansas Talent Group is working with a large Private Equity backed Manufacturing Company in Little Rock to help them find a Senior Accountant for their organization. This is a critical hire for their organization that will report directly to the Controller and have a lot of growth opportunity internally into a management role. Senior Accountant will lead financial operations across multiple facilities. This individual will oversee accounting and reporting activities and serve as a strategic partner to company leadership.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Accounting required
Minimum of 3 years of relevant accounting experience
In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and cost accounting
Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner effectively across organizational levels

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing or multi-site environment preferred
CPA or CPA-eligible status is a plus

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day accounting functions and ensure the integrity of the general ledger
Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and account reviews
Prepare and analyze financial statements to ensure compliance with GAAP and internal standards
Maintain and update accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to promote operational efficiency
Partner with operations and finance leaders to support budgeting, forecasting, and decision-making
Build strong relationships across departments to drive collaboration and information sharing
Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen financial reporting and operational performance
Communicate financial results, trends, and insights to leadership to guide sound business decisions
Supervise, train, and mentor team members, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
Coordinate audits and ensure adherence to all internal, external, and regulatory reporting requirements
Support cash management processes, including daily reconciliations and cash flow monitoring
Participate in inventory audits, physical counts, and related reconciliation activities
Contribute to special projects and strategic initiatives as needed