Staff Accountant (Senior Staff Accountant)

Job Description:

Senior Accountant (Remote)

Location: Fort Myers, FL (Remote - U.S. based candidates only)

Pay: $25.00/hour

Duration: Contract through January 2027

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to support month-end close activities, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and general accounting operations. This is a fully remote contract opportunity with a fast-paced finance team. The ideal candidate has strong GAAP knowledge, advanced Excel skills, and experience working in a corporate accounting environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries in accordance with GAAP.
• Perform account reconciliations for balance sheet and profit and loss accounts.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities while meeting strict deadlines.
• Prepare financial reports, schedules, and analyses for management.
• Investigate accounting discrepancies and recommend process improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Support special projects and other accounting initiatives as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3-5 years of accounting experience; corporate accounting experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, journal entries, account reconciliations, audits, and payroll-related accounting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are required.
• Experience with accounting software; Oracle experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• CPA or progress toward CPA is a plus, but not required.
  
  

Additional Information

• Fully remote position (candidates may reside anywhere within the U.S.).
• Two-round interview process.
• Overtime may be required during month-end close periods.
• Contract assignment through January 2027.
• Pay: $25.00 per hour.
  
  

$25.00 / hr

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