Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to provide part-time contract leave coverage for a contract position based in Minnesota. This opportunity is well suited for an accounting specialist who can step in quickly, manage core close activities, and support accurate financial reporting with minimal supervision. Candidates with accounting experience in the builder or construction-related industry, including familiarity with lien waiver processes, will be especially valuable in this role.

Responsibilities:
• Lead key month-end accounting activities to help ensure timely and accurate financial close results.
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries while maintaining strong supporting documentation.
• Manage general ledger activity and verify that transactions are recorded in the appropriate accounts.
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to maintain clean and reliable financial records.
• Complete bank reconciliations and resolve variances between banking activity and internal accounting records.
• Support accounting tasks related to builder or construction operations, including documentation tied to lien waivers when needed.
• Assist with contract coverage needs by maintaining continuity across daily and periodic accounting functions.• Prior experience working as a Senior Accountant or in a similar level accounting role.
• Hands-on expertise with month-end close processes in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting and journal entry preparation.
• Proven ability to complete account reconciliations and bank reconciliations with accuracy.
• Background in the builder or construction industry is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with lien waiver documentation and related accounting considerations is important.
• Ability to work independently in a part-time contract assignment and adapt quickly to business needs.