Senior Staff Accountant

Senior Staff Accountant

Join our fast-paced manufacturing finance team in Charlotte as a Senior Staff Accountant, where your attention to detail and passion for process improvement will make a measurable impact. You'll support core accounting functions including general ledger, cost accounting, fixed assets, and inventory while helping to streamline financial operations and drive accurate reporting. This is a high-visibility role ideal for an experienced professional who thrives in a hands-on environment and enjoys cross-functional collaboration.

At Safe Fleet, we value curiosity, leadership, enthusiasm, accountability, and respect.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Lead or support month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
• Perform detailed balance sheet and income statement account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for the SMI business
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies
• Assist with external audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting
• Partner with FP&A, operations, and business leaders to provide financial insight and decision support
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and system efficiencies
• Maintain accurate documentation and support for financial transactions and reporting
• Provide guidance and informal mentorship to junior accounting staff, as needed

Requirements

• Experience with month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in an operationally complex environment
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and general ledger accounting
• Manager/Supervisory experience preferred.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with both finance and non-finance stakeholders

We offer:

• Competitive salary + bonus eligibility
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO plus 10 paid holidays