What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary GL Accountant position at Innovations PSI?
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Temporary GL Accountant to join their accounting team on a temp-to-perm basis. This role works directly alongside the Accounting Manager.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and post journal entries for all GL accounts
- Perform monthly account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly
- Maintain accurate and organized documentation for all transactions
- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Ensure adherence to GAAP and internal control policies
- Provide audit support by preparing schedules and responding to auditor inquiries
- Support budget preparation and quarterly projections
- Contribute to firm-wide consolidation processes, variance analysis, and expense segmentation
- Work within NetSuite to ensure accurate data entry and reporting
- Identify opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements in accounting workflows
- Support special projects and executive requests as needed
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 3-5 years of GL or corporate accounting experience
- Hedge fund or private equity experience is strongly preferred
- Hands-on experience with NetSuite is required
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles
- Advanced Excel skills
- Detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
NOTE: This position begins as a temporary contract role with the strong potential to convert to a permanent, full-time opportunity based on performance and business needs.