Accounting Manager-Consultant

Title: Accounting Manager-Consultant

Type: Contract

Location: Gaithersburg, MD

Schedule: Fully Onsite

Compensation: $40-50hr

Hours: 9am-5pm

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

About the Opportunity

We're partnering with a client seeking an experienced Accounting Manager for a temporary engagement supporting audit and year-end close activities. The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of accounting experience, strong reconciliation expertise, audit support experience, and advanced Excel skills. CPA and Dynamics GP experience are a plus. This is a great opportunity to make an immediate impact while working alongside a collaborative accounting leadership team

Key Responsibilities

• Support audit and year-end close processes in partnership with accounting leadership
• Assist with external audit requests, including gathering samples and supporting documentation.
• Review workpapers for accuracy and completeness prior to submission.
• Coordinate audit support requests and ensure timely delivery of required information.
• Prepare and support year-end journal entries and related schedules.
• Assist in executing the year-end close calendar and meeting critical deadlines.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, including:
  • Fixed Assets
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Deferred Revenue
  • Accruals
• Investigate and resolve reconciliation discrepancies.
• Provide support to Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams as needed.
• Assist with ad hoc reporting and special projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience supporting external audits.
• Strong hands-on experience with balance sheet reconciliations.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred

• CPA designation.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP or similar ERP systems.

Why choose Addison Finance & Accounting?

• Benefits & Bonuses: You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401K, and monetary bonuses
• Permanent Employment: Many of Addison’s Finance & Accounting job openings lead to potential permanent employment
• Connections: You connect directly with hiring managers from renowned organizations
• Options: You are presented multiple employment options near your home
• Professional Development: You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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