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Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager — Project Engagement Reserve Squad | Cincinnati, OH
One of our Cincinnati-based clients is looking for an experienced accounting professional to join their team on a project basis. This is a hands-on role supporting a finance organization through a period of elevated volume and operational transition — with real opportunity to make an impact beyond just executing the work.
What You'll Be Doing
- Managing day-to-day accounting responsibilities for an established finance team
- Identifying and implementing process improvements and efficiencies
- Operating as a senior-level contributor from day one — minimal ramp time, high autonomy
What We're Looking For
- 5 years of accounting experience; Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager background
- Strong command of the full accounting cycle — GL management, month-end and year-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting
- Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and intercompany transactions
- Solid understanding of GAAP and internal controls
- Proficiency in ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar) and Excel
- CPA or CPA candidate preferred
- Experience supporting audits and working with external auditors a plus
- Comfortable stepping into an active environment and getting up to speed quickly
- Strong process orientation — you don't just do the work, you make the work better
- Ability to work on-site at the client's Cincinnati office
Engagement Details
- Project-based, employment through Reserve Squad
- Initial commitment of 3 months, with possibility of extension
- On-site preferred
- Start date: ASAP
Reserve Squad is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.