Senior Accountant

Location: North Charleston, SC
Status: Full-Time, On-Site

Salary Range: $90,000 - $105,000 DOE

Company Overview

A long-standing, internationally recognized provider of specialized export packing and logistics solutions is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its North Charleston team. The organization operates multiple facilities worldwide, supporting clients across industries such as energy, heavy industrial equipment, automotive, government services, and manufacturing. The company is known for its high-quality standards, ethical operations, and commitment to customer satisfaction.

Role Summary

The Senior Accountant will play a critical role in day-to-day financial operations while also serving as a trusted partner to leadership during a period of continued growth and operational evolution. This individual will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring deadlines are met, and supporting sound financial decision-making across the organization.

In addition to strong technical accounting capabilities, this role is designed for a professional who can grow into a leadership position, eventually overseeing the accounts team, enforcing timelines and controls, and leading new accounting initiatives as they arise. As the organization continues to evolve under new leadership, this role will be instrumental in supporting future process improvements and financial enhancements.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to internal deadlines.
• Manage general ledger activities, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial planning initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, financial policies, and regulatory requirements; assist with internal and external audits.
• Maintain organized, accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Prepare regulatory reports and assist with tax-related filings as required.
• Lead or support new accounting projects and process improvements as business needs evolve.
• Provide guidance, structure, and oversight to the accounting function, with the long-term expectation of leading the accounts team and enforcing deadlines and standards.
• Serve as a reliable, confident financial partner to leadership, offering both detailed execution and strong professional presence.
• Serve as backup payroll processor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and core accounting principles.
• Hands-on experience with AP/AR, general ledger management, and reconciliations.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage deadlines, priorities, and multiple workstreams.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail combined with the ability to see the broader financial picture.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence working with leadership and cross-functional teams.
• CPA or progress toward CPA preferred (not required).

The employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, religion, age, color, sex, disability, national origin, genetic information, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities, unless doing so would result in undue hardship. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including the application and hiring process. Accommodation requests may be made during any stage of consideration.

Employment is at-will. This means that either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law. Nothing in this job posting or in any related communication should be construed as a contract or guarantee of employment for any specific duration.