Staff Accountant
Job Description
Our client, in the construction industry, is in need for an Accountant to join their team on a contract basis! This Long-term Contract position offers a flexible schedule of approximately 40 hours per week, with the possibility of reducing hours to around 30, and can accommodate a hybrid work arrangement. The person in this role will help bring accounting records up to date, manage multi-entity close activities, and prepare accurate financial reporting in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
• Maintain and update accounting records in Sage 100, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and current financial data is available for review.
• Assist in bringing prior monthly accounting activity up to date, including clearing backlog items and organizing documentation needed for timely reporting.
• Perform month-end close tasks across eight entities, coordinating account review activities and supporting accurate period-end results.
• Prepare financial statements and related supporting schedules for management use, with a focus on completeness and consistency.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies, resolving issues in a timely and organized manner.
• Record and review journal entries within the general ledger to support accurate financial reporting.
• Provide accounting support related to corporate and sales tax processes, including assisting with tax return preparation and related schedules.
• Contribute to accounting process support tied to the move from Sage 100 to QuickBooks Enterprise as needed.
• At least 3 years of accounting experience in a Staff Accountant/Full Charge Bookkeeper or similar role.
• Hands-on experience using Sage 100 in an accounting environment with strong attention to detail.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger activity, journal entries, and month-end close procedures.
• Experience preparing financial statements and supporting multi-entity accounting operations.
• Ability to complete balance sheet account reconciliations accurately and efficiently.
• Familiarity with corporate tax, sales tax, and corporate tax return support activities.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and the ability to manage shifting priorities in a deadline-driven setting.
