Senior Accountant

We are partnering with a well-established organization to identify an experienced Senior Accountant to join its team on a temporary / contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned accounting professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and taking ownership of complex accounting functions, financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance activities. The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting expertise, experience supporting month-end and year-end close, financial reporting, audit coordination, and the ability to mentor junior accounting staff while contributing to process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform advanced accounting, financial analysis, and budgeting activities to support organizational goals.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, reports, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist with the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and review budget adjustments, transfers, forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Analyze revenues, expenditures, and financial trends to provide recommendations to leadership.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records.
• Coordinate annual financial audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Prepare compliance reports, regulatory filings, financial questionnaires, and other required documentation.
• Maintain records related to long-term financial obligations and monitor compliance with applicable agreements.
• Review payroll-related financial information and reconciliations for accuracy.
• Reconcile corporate purchasing card activity and other assigned balance sheet accounts.
• Research accounting standards, regulatory changes, and best practices, recommending improvements to financial policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and strengthen internal controls.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to accounting staff while reviewing work for accuracy and compliance.
• Assist with special projects and perform additional accounting duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Five or more years of progressive professional accounting experience.
• Previous experience leading projects or providing guidance to accounting staff.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Experience supporting external audits and regulatory compliance.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting systems.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly.