Description We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Durham, North Carolina. In this role, you will take ownership of critical accounting functions, including month-end close processes, compliance reporting, and maintaining the accuracy of financial data. If you excel in multi-entity environments and have a strong understanding of accounting principles, this position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to organizational success. Responsibilities: • Lead and manage the monthly close process for multiple entities, ensuring timely and accurate completion. • Reconcile bank accounts, credit card transactions, and intercompany balances to maintain financial integrity. • Track and oversee fixed assets, including depreciation schedules and inventory adjustments. • Prepare and file monthly sales and use tax returns, along with NC Highway Use Tax filings. • Ensure compliance with state and local tax regulations, registrations, and reporting requirements. • Develop and refine internal controls and accounting standard operating procedures (SOPs). • Collaborate on financial audits, ensuring accurate documentation and timely reporting. • Monitor compliance with Department of Transportation reporting requirements, including audits and necessary documentation. • Recommend and implement process improvements to optimize accounting workflows and accuracy. • Utilize accounting software tools to streamline processes and enhance reporting efficiency. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required. • At least 5 years of accounting experience, ideally in construction, manufacturing, or multi-entity settings. • Proficiency in QuickBooks Desktop, with Enterprise experience preferred, and advanced Microsoft Excel skills. • Solid understanding of internal controls and compliance reporting, including sales tax and highway tax. • Familiarity with job costing and department/class-based reporting is advantageous. • Strong organizational and time management skills, with a focus on meeting deadlines and maintaining attention to detail. • Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively across departments. • Experience with accounting tools such as Bill.com is a plus. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .