Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant J2T Recruiting - 1.0 Denver, CO Job Details Temporary | Contract $42 - $50 an hour 17 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Parental leave Vision insurance Qualifications Accounting systems Financial close processing Inventory management Spreadsheets Closing the books Fixed asset management Excel data analysis Full Job Description What's Awesome About Our Client?

Global Impact, High-Value Mission:

Work for the US arm of a premier multinational life sciences partner that supports industry giants like Pfizer and Moderna in delivering life-saving vaccines and research.

The Best of Both Worlds:

Enjoy the financial backing and stability of a major global organization alongside the close-knit, collaborative feel of a high-performing local finance team.

Diverse, Hybrid Business Model:

Keep your days interesting by managing accounting for two distinct revenue streams: cutting-edge equipment sales and specialized pharmaceutical consulting.

Supportive & Approving Environment:

Team up with a Senior Business Controller who champions an informal, open-door, and easy-going leadership style. Why this job - SENIOR

ACCOUNTANT

(Contract): Step into a pivotal, 5-month contract role designed for an experienced professional to keep a high-functioning accounting engine running smoothly during a teammate's maternity leave. Reporting directly to an open and collaborative Senior Business Controller, you will hit the ground running by managing inventory, fixed assets, and critical month-end procedures. The team wants to bring you on board immediately to ensure a seamless, stress-free knowledge transfer and training period before the leave begins. If you are looking for a high-impact contract position with a premium life sciences leader and a flexible work week, this is your next ideal move.

What You'll Actually Do:

Assist with

Month-End Close:

Drive standard month-end close procedures, post critical transactions, and handle precise accruals.

Manage Fixed Assets & Capitalization:

Maintain the fixed asset ledger, process monthly bank reconciliations, and double-check capitalization thresholds.

Oversee Inventory Accounting:

Keep the manufacturing and equipment sales pipeline accurate by managing inventory accounting across the US operation.

Corporate Oversight:

Act as an elevated layer of review by coding and approving higher-level corporate expense reports.

System Integration:

Utilize Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and advanced Excel to pull data, reconcile balances, and build clarity. To Be Successful in

This Role, You Will Need:

Strong Core Accounting Foundation:

Proven experience handling full-cycle month-end close, transaction posting, accruals, and fixed assets.

Inventory Experience:

Comfort navigating inventory accounting within a manufacturing or distribution environment is highly preferred.

ERP & Excel Fluency:

Solid hands-on experience utilizing ERP systems—ideally Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central—combined with sharp Excel skills.

Analytical Mindset:

Exposure to or an eye for variance analysis is a major plus.

Adaptable & Collaborative:

A problem-solving approach that fits seamlessly into an informal, communicative, and supportive team culture.

Immediate Availability:

Ready to start ASAP to maximize the training window.

Where and How Much:

Pay Rate:

$44 - $50/hour depending on experience

Duration:

5-Month Contract (Immediate start through mid-January 2025).

Schedule:

Onsite 4 days a week

Location:

Downtown Denver with

PAID PARKING

Pay:

$42.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Denver, CO 80203