Senior Accountant Contract

LHH is assisting a client in their search for an experienced Senior Accountant to support in a one year engagement. This individual will play a key role in supporting month-end close activities, maintaining the integrity of the general ledger, preparing journal entries, performing reconciliations, and assisting with financial reporting. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment. This is a hybrid position.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end account reconciliations.
• Support month-end closing activities and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies and reconciling items.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Assist with financial reporting and variance analysis.
• Support internal and external audit requests by providing documentation and account analysis.
• Review accounting transactions for compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information and resolve accounting issues.
• Assist with process improvement initiatives and special projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a senior accountant role.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, month-end close, and account reconciliations.
• Experience preparing journal entries, accruals, and financial reporting schedules.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines and work independently.

Pay Details: $40.00 to $45.00 per hour

Search managed by: Emma Claris

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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