What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Arclin USA?
Senior Accountant – Corporate Accounting
About Arclin
Arclin is a rapidly growing, global chemical manufacturing company headquartered in Alpharetta, GA. We focus on applying advanced technology to solve complex challenges across multiple applications, including building products, textiles, agriculture, automobiles, pharmaceuticals, data centers, and more. As we continue to grow and expand our global footprint, we are building a high-performing, forward-looking finance team.
Our corporate accounting team has recently doubled in size. You’d be joining a team of sharp, motivated professionals who are excited about building a best-in-class finance organization.
About the Role
Reporting to the Manager, Corporate Accounting, the Senior Accountant will play a key role in the month-end close process and general ledger management. This is a hands-on role focused on ensuring the accuracy and reliability of financial data.
This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a growing organization, helping to build scalable processes, enhance controls, and support a best-in-class accounting function.
What You’ll Be Doing
Financial Close & General Accounting
- Prepare and record journal entries and accruals in line with US GAAP as well as the Company’s internal policies and internal control framework
- Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
- Perform account reconciliations and follow up on variances and open items
- Analyze financial results and dig into variances to understand key drivers
- Help ensure the accuracy and completeness of the general ledger
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Assist with internal and external financial reporting
- Compile and analyze financial data to support decision-making
- Respond to ad hoc requests from management
Process Improvement
- Identify opportunities to streamline and improve accounting processes
- Leverage AI and process automation to drive efficiency
- Support system enhancements and integration efforts with new tools and ERPs
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- CPA or CPA candidate strongly preferred
- 2–5 years of relevant experience (public accounting and/or industry)
- Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and US GAAP
- Experience with ERP systems (JDE or SAP is a plus) and Blackline
- Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, etc.)
- Exposure to or interest in AI tools (e.g., Copilot) preferred
Who You Are
- A motivated, high-potential individual who is hungry to learn and grow
- Someone excited to build and improve processes in a dynamic environment
- Strong attention to detail with an ownership mindset
- Comfortable and adaptable in a fast-paced, evolving environment