About the Senior Accountant Role at Robert Half

Robert Half is excited to present an exceptional opportunity for a Senior Accountant to join our client's dynamic team in Franklin, Tennessee. This contract-to-permanent position offers 100% onsite work with flexible scheduling, making it perfect for seasoned accounting professionals seeking stability and growth in the automotive auction industry. As a Senior Accountant, you'll play a pivotal role in overseeing critical financial operations, including reconciliations, month-end closes, and multi-entity financial reporting. Located in the heart of Franklin, TN—a city renowned for its historic charm, vibrant business community, and proximity to Nashville—this role combines professional challenge with an unbeatable quality of life.

With an hourly rate of $33.25 (equivalent to approximately $69,160 annually based on a standard full-time schedule), this position is tailored for experts who thrive on precision, process optimization, and collaborative financial management. If you're passionate about general ledger reconciliations, advanced Excel analytics, and ensuring compliance across multiple entities, this Senior Accountant role at Robert Half represents your next career milestone.

Why Franklin, TN is the Ideal Location for Accounting Careers

Franklin, Tennessee, offers a thriving economy with a strong demand for skilled accountants. Nestled in Williamson County, this location provides access to major corporations in automotive, manufacturing, and services sectors, while enjoying lower living costs compared to nearby Nashville. Robert Half's extensive network ensures top-tier placements like this one, positioning you for long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

In this hands-on Senior Accountant position, you'll drive financial accuracy and efficiency across multiple automotive auction entities. Your expertise will directly impact operational success through meticulous oversight of core accounting functions.

• Execute detailed reconciliations for general ledger accounts, bank statements, daily cash positions, and balance sheets to uphold data integrity.
• Lead the month-end close process, preparing comprehensive financial statements for various sub-entities with precision and timeliness.
• Manage journal entries, including complex adjusting entries and month-end postings, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded.
• Handle intercompany accounting transactions and maintain synchronized financial reporting across related entities.
• Oversee daily cash postings and reconciliations, safeguarding cash flow visibility and control.
• Leverage advanced Excel capabilities—pivot tables, VLOOKUP, INDEX-MATCH, and nested formulas—for sophisticated data analysis and reporting.
• Prepare, review, and file sales and use tax returns, guaranteeing full regulatory compliance.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to streamline financial processes, enhance accuracy, and implement best practices.
• Proactively maintain account reconciliations, swiftly identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Support internal and external audit procedures by compiling documentation and providing insightful financial analysis.

Required Qualifications

To excel as our Senior Accountant, you bring proven expertise and a proactive mindset. Robert Half seeks candidates with:

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in automotive auction, manufacturing, or multi-entity environments.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, mastering pivot tables, lookup functions, nested formulas, and data visualization tools.
• Demonstrated success in month-end closes, GL reconciliations, and financial statement preparation for multiple entities.
• Strong understanding of intercompany transactions, cash management, and tax compliance (sales/use tax).
• Excellent analytical skills for discrepancy resolution and process optimization.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration; CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification highly preferred.
• Outstanding communication skills for team collaboration and audit support.
• Ability to thrive in a 100% onsite environment with scheduling flexibility in Franklin, TN.

This role demands a detail-oriented professional who can balance high-volume tasks with strategic financial insight.

Why Join Us?

Partnering with Robert Half opens doors to premier opportunities like this Senior Accountant role. Enjoy a clear path from contract to permanent employment, competitive compensation at $33.25/hour, and flexible onsite scheduling in picturesque Franklin, Tennessee. Benefit from working in the fast-paced automotive auction sector, honing skills in multi-entity reporting, advanced Excel, and compliance. Our client offers a supportive culture focused on innovation and accuracy, plus proximity to Nashville's cultural hubs. With Robert Half's reputation for excellence, this position accelerates your career trajectory. Apply now to secure your spot in this high-impact role and elevate your accounting expertise!

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