Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager / Senior Accountant (Contract-to-Hire)Location: Nashville, TN (Hybrid – 4 days remote / 1 day onsite)

Cherry Bekaert is partnering with a growing services organization in Nashville to identify an Accounting Manager / Senior Accountant to support a dynamic, multi-location business across the Southeast. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with strong long-term upside, including the potential to grow into a Controller/CFO role.

This is an ideal opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys working in a small company environment and contributing to both day-to-day operations and broader business strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and approve all accounts payable activity (Bill.com)
• Support accounts receivable processes, including bank drafts and credit card transactions
• Manage and monitor multiple bank accounts
• Maintain and develop banking relationships
• Coordinate with outsourced bookkeeping firm for month-end close support
• Prepare ad hoc and executive-level reporting
• Partner with leadership on process improvements and strategic initiatives (e.g., transitioning customers from credit card to ACH payments)
• Assist with additional accounting and operational projects as needed

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of accounting experience
• Experience reviewing work and interacting with executives/ownership
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• QuickBooks Online experience required
• Prior experience in a small company or entrepreneurial environment
• Proactive, responsive, and dependable with a “get it done” mindset
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Work Environment:

• Hybrid schedule: 4 days remote / 1 day onsite or offsite with leadership
• Candidates must be located within commuting distance of Nashville, TN

Compensation:

• Contract Pay: $35–$47/hour
• Conversion Salary: $75,000–$95,000