Interim Sr. Accountant

Description Robert Half Management Resources is looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support one of our clients on an interim basis. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for a hands-on accounting specialist who can bring structure, accuracy, and steady leadership to daily financial activities while working fully onsite. The person in this role will contribute to month-end close, strengthen reconciliations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain reliable financial reporting and operational support.

Responsibilities:

• Direct core general ledger activities and help keep daily accounting operations running smoothly.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable workflows by resolving discrepancies, answering process questions, and improving day-to-day accuracy.
• Complete and review balance sheet reconciliations, including bank accounts, prepaid expenses, and other key ledger accounts.
• Prepare and record journal entries tied to payroll, inventory activity, accruals, and other month-end close requirements.
• Maintain fixed asset records by handling capitalization, depreciation, and related account analysis.
• Assist with inventory accounting by investigating variances, reconciling balances, and monitoring reserve-related activity.
• Contribute to internal control and compliance documentation, including support for SOX-related accounting requirements.
• Provide day-to-day guidance to accounting team members and help create stability across accounting processes during the interim period.
• Partner with operations and internal stakeholders to support accurate, timely close cycles and dependable financial information. Requirements
• Demonstrated experience in a Senior Accountant or Accounting Supervisor capacity with ownership of core accounting functions.
• Strong background in general ledger accounting, month-end close, and journal entry preparation.
• Practical knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and account reconciliation processes, including troubleshooting issues.
• Experience with fixed asset accounting, payroll-related entries, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Manufacturing accounting experience is required, including exposure to inventory accounting and inventory reconciliations.
• Familiarity with SOX compliance and internal control support is strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is preferred.

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