Accountant

Title: Accountant Base pay range: $28.00/hr - $37.00/hr Duration: 9 month – 1 year long contract Schedule: M-F, 8am-5pm (Remote, but will need to be on site for 2-3 days in the beginning for training) Experience: Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience required; must be within government or healthcare Education/Experience required: 2 years of experience with a Bachelor Degree or; 4 years of experience with an Associate’s Degree or; 6+ years of experience with no degree Position Scope & Key Responsibilities: Accounts Payable Processing: Perform accurate data entry and processing of accounts payable invoices; ensure invoices are coded appropriately, routed for approval, and processed in compliance with applicable policies and deadlines. Budget Tracking & Program Support: Maintain and update financial tracking spreadsheets and related tools to support program-level budgeting and expenditure monitoring; assist program staff and leadership with budget-related questions as needed. Month-End Close & Reconciliation: Complete month-end reconciliations for assigned accounts or funds; prepare and post journal entries, ensure proper documentation and adherence to accounting standards; run ad hoc financial reports and support routine reporting needs; compile and organize financial data to assist with decision-making, forecasting, and audit readiness. Documentation & Process Improvement: Assist in researching, drafting, and/or editing internal procedures, guidance documents, and financial process documentation; support efforts to strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance with governmental accounting requirements. Seniority level: Associate Employment type: Contract Job function: Accounting/Auditing Industries: Public Health Benefits: Medical insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k) #J-18808-Ljbffr Insight Global