Senior Accountant

Accountant

Our client, a payment solutions company, is seeking an accountant for a four month contract role. This position is fully remote. We're looking for a senior staff accountant who will help develop, implement and/or maintain one or more accounting systems: journal entries, general ledger, accounts receivables, accounts payable, revenue reconciliation, etc. Responsible for preparing accurate and timely financial records while supporting month-end close activities. This role ensures the integrity of financial data, assists with financial reporting and analysis, identifies discrepancies, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to support informed business decisions. Success in this role contributes directly to accurate financial reporting and the overall financial performance of the organization.

Top skills required:

• General ledger experience, including journal entries and account reconciliations
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables required)
• Self-starter with strong motivation and ability to work independently

Position Overview

• Senior accountant level (four plus years of experience preferred)
• Support multiple business divisions and GL accounts
• Assist with ongoing Great Plains to Oracle ERP conversion
• Perform account reconciliations, bank activity review, and contract billing support
• Oracle experience preferred but not required
• Looking for someone who can navigate new processes and provide accounting support during the transition

What you'll own:

• Ensure that all financial information is recorded in accordance with GAAP and federal and state regulations and consistent with established company policy and procedures
• Prepare and enter daily and month end journal entries
• Prepare general ledger account reconciliations in a timely and accurate manner to include performing detailed research and analysis of differences in the accounts
• Participation in monthly close process
• Assist with quarter and year-end audits as required
• Act as a liaison with other departments concerning accounting information and other assigned areas
• Involvement in special projects as needed
• Able to maintain sensitive and confidential information
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work in team driven environment yet be able to work independently to complete daily expectations
• Ability to work well under pressure and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Must be flexible, customer focused and an agent of change
• Possess a positive attitude
• Escalate issues as appropriate

Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting
• Knowledge of public accounting principles and practices
• Strong critical thinking skills, using logic and reasoning to identify alternative solutions to problems
• Strong organizational and communication skills required
• Detailed oriented and able to set priorities
• Proficient in Excel including pivot tables and Vlookups, MS Word
• Ability to manage deadlines and customer satisfaction
• Must be proactive, detailed and results oriented

It's a bonus if you have:

• Knowledge of Oracle financial software
• Four plus years of experience in general ledger accounting

Pay rate $53.17 - 55.17 per hour