Accounting Manager - Consultant

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager on a consulting basis to support one of our excellent clients during a period of transition. This hands-on role will be responsible for overseeing daily accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, managing month-end close activities, and providing guidance on process improvements and internal controls.

The ideal candidate is a proactive accounting professional with strong leadership skills, technical accounting expertise, and the ability to quickly assess and improve accounting processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and payroll review.

• Manage and execute monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.

• Prepare and review financial statements and supporting schedules.

• Reconcile complex balance sheet accounts and ensure accuracy of financial records.

• Analyze financial data and provide recommendations to leadership.

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management activities.

• Assist with audits by preparing schedules and coordinating requests from external auditors.

• Evaluate and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.

• Lead accounting process improvement initiatives and system optimization efforts.

• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.

• Mentor and support accounting staff as needed.

• Participate in special projects, acquisitions, integrations, ERP implementations, or process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.

• CPA preferred.

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including managerial responsibilities.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.

• Experience managing month-end and year-end close processes.

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

• Experience with ERP systems, MS Dynamics preferred

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently and quickly adapt to changing priorities.

Pay Details: $45.00 to $60.00 per hour

Search managed by: Will Stevens

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

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