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We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant for a long-term contract opportunity. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys managing core accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and maintaining the integrity of key balance sheet accounts. In this position, you will support month-end close activities, reconcile accounts, and help drive accuracy across financial records and reporting. The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on accounting experience, a proactive mindset, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead key activities tied to the monthly close process, helping ensure financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and a strong focus on accuracy.
• Maintain and review general ledger activity to confirm transactions are recorded correctly and consistently.
• Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet accounts and resolve variances in a timely manner.
• Complete bank reconciliations by comparing account activity, identifying discrepancies, and following through on corrections.
• Analyze accounting data and investigate unusual fluctuations to support reliable financial reporting.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather information needed for close, reconciliation, and reporting tasks.
• Assist with improving accounting workflows and support process updates when needed within day-to-day operations.