We are looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Accountant to join our organization on a contract to hire basis. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting reporting cycles, and delivering meaningful analysis to business leaders. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger experience, a solid grasp of close activities, and the ability to work effectively across accounting and operations.
Responsibilities:
- Lead recurring closing activities at the end of each month, quarter, and fiscal year to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
- Record and review journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations for balance sheet and income statement accounts.
- Contribute to the preparation of periodic financial reports and management summaries used for business decision-making.
- Examine financial performance trends, research unexpected fluctuations, and explain key variances to stakeholders.
- Provide accounting support for planning activities, including budget development and forecast updates.
- Oversee fixed asset records and assist with accounting tied to inventory balances and related transactions.
- Collaborate with operational partners and leadership to deliver financial insights and support business analysis needs.
- Respond to audit requests and help maintain compliance with financial reporting requirements and internal controls.
- Recommend and carry out improvements that strengthen accounting workflows and increase efficiency.
- 5+ years of accounting experience, including hands-on responsibility for month-end close activities.
- Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entry preparation, and account reconciliation practices.
- Experience completing bank reconciliations and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Ability to analyze financial data, identify variances, and communicate findings clearly to internal stakeholders.
- Familiarity with budgeting, forecasting, fixed assets, and inventory-related accounting processes.
- Proficiency with financial reporting tools and spreadsheet applications used in day-to-day accounting work.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines