Sr. Accountant Job in Pineville, NC

Controller

We are looking for an experienced Controller to join a manufacturing organization in Pineville, North Carolina on a contract basis. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, producing reliable reporting, and supporting sound business decisions through timely analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting skills, a detail-oriented mindset, and the ability to collaborate effectively with finance and operational teams.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee core close activities by preparing journal entries, recording accruals, and helping ensure month-end and year-end deadlines are met accurately and on time.
• Develop and review financial reports for monthly, quarterly, and annual periods while supporting compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Reconcile general ledger, balance sheet, and income statement accounts, investigate variances, and resolve outstanding discrepancies promptly.
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting efforts by analyzing results, identifying trends, and explaining performance against expectations.
• Uphold internal control standards by monitoring accounting procedures, maintaining supporting documentation, and following established financial policies.
• Assist with audit preparation, tax-related support, and required regulatory reporting by organizing schedules and responding to information requests.
• Work closely with FP&A, operations, and business stakeholders to provide financial insight that supports planning and operational decision-making.
• Recommend and support improvements to accounting workflows, controls, and system efficiency to strengthen accuracy and productivity.
• Offer day-to-day guidance to less experienced accounting team members when needed and help promote consistent accounting practices across the team.