Corporate Accountant

Corporate Accountant

Location: Charlotte, NC (South End) – Onsite

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Corporate Accountant to support financial reporting, consolidation accounting, fixed asset accounting, lease accounting (ASC 842), technical accounting research, and internal controls. This role will serve as a key liaison between internal stakeholders and external partners, including auditors, tax service providers, and risk management teams.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a complex manufacturing environment, a strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, and proficiency with ERP systems, financial consolidations, and advanced Excel reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Consolidations

• Assist with the preparation of consolidated financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Maintain and reconcile fixed asset and lease accounting records.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including intercompany eliminations and consolidations.
• Coordinate with domestic and international business units to ensure consistent accounting practices and reporting accuracy.
• Support financial reporting requirements for corporate and parent company reporting.

Technical Accounting & Compliance

• Research and analyze complex accounting matters and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Assist with implementation of new accounting standards and policy updates.
• Prepare technical accounting memos and supporting documentation.

Audit & Internal Controls

• Serve as a primary contact for external auditors during annual audits.
• Support internal control initiatives and process improvements.
• Partner with internal teams to strengthen governance, compliance, and risk management processes.

Tax & Risk Management

• Coordinate with outsourced tax providers to support tax compliance and reporting.
• Collaborate with risk management teams regarding insurance, claims, and financial reporting requirements.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3 years of accounting experience in a corporate accounting or public accounting environment.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and consolidations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and Power Query.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365

Preferred

• CPA certification.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Public accounting or Big 4 experience.
• Experience with OneStream or similar consolidation/reporting systems.
• Experience with lease accounting (ASC 842) and fixed asset accounting.