Finance Accounting Specialist

Finance Accounting Specialist

Danville, VA 24540

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Direct Hire Job Number: Pay Rate: $ / year

Financial Accounting Specialist Danville, VA Direct Hire (100% onsite) Monday-Friday 8am-5pm $85,000-$110,000+ bonus

Join a Global Industry Leader and Advance Your Accounting Career

Are you an accounting professional looking to expand your experience in financial reporting, compliance, treasury management, and business partnering within a global organization? We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Financial Accounting Specialist to join our Finance team and play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and operational support. In this role, you will partner closely with the Entity CFO and cross-functional teams to deliver timely financial insights, maintain accounting integrity, support month-end close activities, and contribute to strategic financial initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated accounting professional looking to gain exposure to multinational operations and develop within a world-class finance organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Analysis
• Review general ledger activity to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Prepare account reconciliations, supporting schedules, and detailed analyses for key balance sheet and P&L accounts.
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies while maintaining strong financial controls.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation, analysis, and responses to inquiries.
• Prepare and maintain global and local reporting packages, including corporate, insurance, risk assurance, and internal control reporting requirements.
• Manage financial master data, account structures, mappings, and SAP-related accounting administration.
• Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
• Coordinate month-end close activities and ensure timely completion of all reporting requirements.
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, account analyses, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with quarterly and annual reporting packages while collaborating with finance, operations, and corporate stakeholders.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for corporate accounting inquiries and reporting requests.
• Accounting, Compliance & Fixed Assets Support
• Support compliance with US GAAP, IFRS, tax regulations, and company accounting policies.
• Prepare ledger reconciliations and comparisons across multiple accounting frameworks.
• Assist with statutory reporting requirements and tax-related financial reporting.
• Manage fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, asset tracking, and audit support.
• Ensure accurate accounting treatment and compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements.
• Treasury Management
• Support treasury operations, including banking transactions, cash flow monitoring, and payment processing.
• Coordinate with banking partners and internal stakeholders to ensure efficient treasury activities.
• Ensure compliance with corporate treasury policies and procedures.
• Finance Business Partnering
• Collaborate with operational departments to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Provide financial insights that improve cost control, accountability, and business performance.
• Support value stream initiatives and continuous improvement efforts across the organization.
• Help drive data-driven decision-making through meaningful financial reporting and analysis.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience with a focus on general ledger accounting and financial reporting.
• Experience supporting month-end close processes, reconciliations, and financial analysis.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Preferred

• Manufacturing, supply chain, or multinational FMCG industry experience.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP platforms.
• Exposure to US GAAP, IFRS, and tax accounting principles.
• Experience supporting audits and compliance reporting.

Benefits

• Annual Performance-Based Bonus
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Career Development & Training Programs
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage for Employees and Eligible Family Members
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Family Leave (20 Weeks)
• Tuition Assistance & Continuing Education Support
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program for Employees and Family Members

If you're an ambitious accounting professional looking to grow your career within a global organization that values development, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team that drives financial excellence and business success.