Accountant III

Accountant III

Location: Fort Wright, KY

Pay: $32.00 - $39.00 per hour, based on experience

Schedule: First Shift, Monday-Friday

Type: Contract-to-Hire

Work Environment: 100% Onsite

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced Accountant III for a contract-to-hire opportunity with our client in Fort Wright, KY. This fully onsite position is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and taking ownership of key accounting functions. The selected candidate will support month-end close activities, account reconciliations, financial reporting, general ledger accounting, and accounts payable processes while collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely financial information.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries
• Perform monthly account reconciliations and account analysis
• Support month-end and year-end close processes
• Assist with accounts payable activities and related accounting functions
• Review and reconcile intercompany transactions
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger
• Provide support for audits and financial reporting requirements
• Analyze financial data and investigate discrepancies
• Utilize Microsoft Excel to manipulate, reconcile, and analyze accounting information
• Partner with internal departments to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and account reconciliations
• Experience supporting month-end close activities
• Intercompany accounting experience preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including lookups, formulas, and data analysis
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently

Preferred Experience

• Manufacturing industry experience
• ERP system experience
• Audit support experience
• Experience working in a multi-entity accounting environment

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements

Pay Details: $32.00 to $39.00 per hour

Search managed by: Bianca Kimble

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.