Sr. Accountant Charleston, SC

Position: Sr. Accountant Job in Charleston, SC | Robert Half

Location: Summerville

Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a construction and contractor-focused organization in North Charleston, South Carolina. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, managing close activities, and ensuring account balances are properly supported. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly closing activities by preparing schedules, reviewing financial data, and helping ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Record and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation while maintaining compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Maintain the general ledger by reviewing transactions, resolving discrepancies, and confirming the accuracy of account activity.
• Perform account reconciliations on a regular basis to verify balances, investigate variances, and clear outstanding items.
• Complete bank reconciliations by matching cash activity, identifying exceptions, and following through on unresolved differences.
• Partner with internal teams to gather financial information, answer accounting questions, and support reporting needs.
• Assist with process improvements within accounting operations to strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and internal controls.