SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Thomas & Hutton is a growing, well-established design firm with a multidiscipline approach to providing consulting services throughout the southeast. We are an award-winning company that has been recognized as one of the best places to work in Georgia and South Carolina. Some of our many services include Civil, Environmental, Structural and Marine Engineering; Land Surveying; Land Planning; Landscape Architecture; Geographic Information Systems and Construction Administration.
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our finance team. This position is fully on-site and located in Savannah, GA. This role will be responsible for leading the preparation and review of financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and supporting audits and internal controls. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounting operations, budgeting and forecasting, and thrives in a collaborative environment where cross-functional teamwork is essential. With at least five years of progressive accounting experience and a proven track record of interpreting complex financial data, the Senior Accountant will play a key role in driving financial accuracy and strategic insight across the organization.
Job Duties Include:
Financial Reporting:
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate and participate in annual external audits and liaise with auditors.
Accounting Operations/Internal Controls:
- Oversee general ledger activities, account reconciliations, and journal entries.
- Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes.
- Maintain and improve internal controls and accounting policies.
- Develop and enforce internal control procedures to safeguard assets
Budgeting & Forecasting:
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
- Analyze budget variances and provide insights to senior management.
Team Leadership & Collaboration:
- Mentor and work with accounting staff.
- Collaborate with other departments (e.g., IT, HR, Operations) to support financial initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- Minimum 5 years experience
Skills and Abilities:
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to interpret complex financial data
- Advanced problem-solving ability: critical thinking
- High attention to detail
- A team player working with different departments to gather all the necessary information to explain/improve financial situation.
- Strong skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint & Quickbooks Online a plus
- Strong Communication Skills
Thomas & Hutton is a Drug-Free Workplace & E-Verify Participant
Thomas & Hutton's Mission Statement, “Building Relationships and Solutions for Success” describes not only our unwavering commitment to clients but also our commitment to the success, both professionally and personally, of our employees. What makes Thomas & Hutton a great place to work? Opportunities for professional development, strong benefits and compensation packages, a commitment to make our communities better for future generations, a family-oriented culture, and our reputation as a firm with extremely knowledgeable professionals who serve as trusted advisors to our clients. Visit www.thomasandhutton.com to learn more.
Some of our many benefits include:
- Superior Health, Dental, Vision, and Rx Insurance Programs
- Condensed work schedule
- Generous base compensation and bonus plan
- Retirement Plans
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- Thomas & Hutton University - On-site provider of professional development hours and continuing education credits
- College tuition reimbursement programs (Graduate & Undergraduate)
We are an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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