Sr. Accountant

Job Description

Robert Half is partnering with a great client that is searching for a hands-on Senior Accountant with strong experience in working with external auditors, navigating ERP systems, and multi-state tax compliance. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys digging into the details, identifying the root causes of discrepancies, and strengthening financial accuracy across the organization—especially in inventory and transactional areas.

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors during interim and year-end audits

Prepare schedules, gather documentation, and respond to audit inquiries efficiently

Support the timely resolution of audit findings and recommendations

Work within ERP and integrated financial systems to ensure accurate data flow across accounting, inventory, and retail systems

Identify and resolve discrepancies caused by integration or process issues

Assist in ERP improvements and accounting automation initiatives

Manage and ensure compliance with multi-state sales tax, property tax, and franchise tax requirements

Collaborate with external tax advisors and internal teams to maintain accurate filings

Stay current on changes in state and local tax laws affecting retail operations

Investigate accounting issues, resolve discrepancies, and perform root-cause analysis

Reconstruct historical transactions to identify errors or fraud

Ensure accuracy and completeness in the general ledger

Oversee inventory reconciliation processes across multiple retail locations

Collaborate with supply chain and operations to validate cost of goods sold (COGS) and inventory movements

Analyze inventory variances and make necessary adjustments

Lead month-end and year-end close activities

Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports

Maintain and enhance internal controls and accounting procedures

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CPA-track preferred)

5+ years of accounting experience, with a strong focus on retail, audit, or forensic accounting

Demonstrated experience working directly with external auditors

Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, or similar)

In-depth knowledge of multi-state tax regulations and compliance

Strong investigative and analytical skills—enjoys "solving puzzles" and fixing issues

Solid understanding of inventory accounting and reconciliation processes

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools

Preferred Qualifications:

CPA certification

Experience with integrated point-of-sale (POS) and inventory systems

Background in multi-unit retail organizations

Experience handling tax audits or working with external tax consultants

For confidential consideration, please contact Brittany at . Thank you for your interest in Robert Half!

Full-time