Staff Accountant Knoxville, TN

Staff Accountant Opportunity

Robert Half is currently recruiting for a detail-oriented entry level Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations in Knoxville, Tennessee. This role is ideal for someone with a solid foundation in general accounting who can manage financial records accurately and contribute to timely month-end activities. The position offers the opportunity to work across payables, receivables, inventory, and cost accounting within a manufacturing-focused environment.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate financial records and support the integrity of the general ledger.
• Reconcile account activity and assist with month-end close procedures to ensure reporting deadlines are met.
• Process accounts payable transactions and monitor outgoing payments for accuracy and proper documentation.
• Oversee accounts receivable activity, including invoice tracking and follow-up on outstanding balances.
• Support cost accounting functions by analyzing production-related expenses and maintaining accurate cost data.
• Participate in cycle counts and help coordinate annual physical inventory activities to verify inventory accuracy.
• Review inventory and manufacturing data to identify variances and assist in resolving discrepancies.
• Use AS400 and related accounting systems to enter, track, and report financial information effectively.

The position will require a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. The position is 100% onsite and will require some to live in the local Knoxville or surrounding areas. For immediate consideration please contact Lisa Coker at  to set up an interview.