Senior Accountant
Listed on 2026-06-27
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Accounting
Financial Reporting, Senior Accountant, Financial Analyst, Accounting Manager
Senior Accountant
The Senior Accountant is responsible for General Ledger account reconciliations and monthly journal entry preparations. Ensures compliance with Hertz policies, internal controls, and Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Assist in driving continuous process and procedural improvements.
We expect the starting salary to be around $85,000; the actual salary will be determined based on years of relevant work experience.
Reconcile and/or approve assigned general ledger accounts of highest-level complexity (with corresponding evidential support)
Assist in facilitation and completion monthly close procedures
Provide quarter end and year end reporting deliverables to tax and financial reporting teams
Complete SOX 404 controls related to critical accounting processes
Analyze accounts to ensure they are recorded appropriately on a monthly basis, and proper accounting procedures have been followed
Ensure all necessary journal entries (including accruals) to ensure expenses and income are properly recorded in the correct accounting period.
Investigate and report to the manager any inconsistencies or improprieties.
Prepare financial reports, charts, tables and other exhibits as requested
Train new employees and ensure training material/documentation is kept current
Projects as assigned by Management.
Work with both external and internal audit teams as needed
Maintains a 'Best practice sharing culture', always striving to find ways to improve service and change mind set.
Minimum 3+ years of Accounting Experience
Bachelor's degree in accounting and CPA eligible preferred
Working knowledge of MS Excel
Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Strong analytical and accounting skills.
Must be able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline driven environment.
Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team and take on new tasks with high level of difficulty.
The individual will be expected to work with minimal up-front guidance and take ownership of his / her work product.
Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz rental
Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental & Vision plan options
Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching
Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program for employees & family
Educational Reimbursement & Discounts
Voluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness
Perks & Discounts –Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more
The Hertz Corporation operates the Hertz, Dollar Car Rental, Thrifty Car Rental brands in approximately 9,700 corporate and franchisee locations throughout North America, Europe, The Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. The Hertz Corporation is one of the largest worldwide airport general use vehicle rental companies, and the Hertz brand is one of the most recognized in the world.
US EEO STATEMENT At Hertz, we champion and celebrate a culture of diversity and inclusion. We take affirmative steps to promote employment and advancement opportunities. The endless variety of perspectives, experiences, skills and talents that our employees invest in their work every day represent a significant part of our culture – and our success and reputation as a company. Individuals are encouraged to apply for positions because of the characteristics that make them unique.
EOE, including disability/veteran
Job Identification 40712
Job Category Finance
Locations 1001 Summit Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA, 30319, US
Job Schedule Full time
Remote No
Number of Openings 1
Regular or Temporary Regular
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