Staff Accountant; Atlanta, GA or Charlotte, NC Atlanta, GA

Introduction

McKenney’s has been going strong for more than seven decades. Our culture values people and ideas, and we work together to deliver the most innovative solutions to our customers. We help you grow in your career through training and support, and as an equal opportunity employer, we provide comprehensive benefits and give you a firm foundation for the future.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Staff Accountant to support our operations by supporting the accounting function through accurate financial reporting, account analysis, and general ledger maintenance. This role plays a key part in ensuring the integrity of financial data and assisting with month-end close processes.

• Review, analyze, and audit general ledger (GL) accounts for accuracy, completeness, and proper classification.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Prepare and distribute financial reports to management, providing insights and explanations for variances as needed.
• Monitor financial activity and identify inconsistencies, recommending corrective actions when necessary.
• Maintain supporting documentation for all accounting transactions and ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing requested documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and data integrity.
• Perform other accounting-related duties and special projects as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Word.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills abilities.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Strong technical skills and ability to streamline accounting best practices.
• Ability to problem solve and analyze events/transactions.
• Ability to use time productively, maximize efficiency, and meet work goals.
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and take direction.
• Self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision.
• Organized with a strong work ethic.
• Strong written, verbal, and quantitative skills.

• Experience using the Blackline account reconciliation software.
• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics.
• Smartsheet experience.
• Accounting experience in the construction industry.
• Public accounting experience is a plus.

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office environment.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
• No or very limited physical effort required.
• Some travel is required.