Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support key accounting operations for a contract assignment in South Paris, Maine. This position will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, managing close activities, and ensuring balance sheet integrity through detailed reconciliations and reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, cost analysis, and month-end procedures, along with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Lead month-end close activities by preparing schedules, reviewing account activity, and helping ensure timely completion of reporting deadlines. Prepare and post journal entries with a high level of accuracy while supporting the integrity of the general ledger. Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies to maintain complete and reliable financial data. Perform bank reconciliations regularly and resolve outstanding items in coordination with internal stakeholders. Analyze construction-related costs and apply cost accounting principles to support accurate financial tracking and reporting. Review financial transactions for proper classification and consistency with accounting standards and company policies. Assist with reporting requests, account analysis, and documentation needed to support audits or management review. Identify process gaps within daily accounting activities and recommend practical improvements to strengthen controls and efficiency. At least 5 years of accounting experience, including senior-level responsibility for close and reconciliation work. Strong hands-on background in month-end close, general ledger management, and journal entry preparation. Proven experience completing account reconciliations and bank reconciliations with strong attention to detail. Knowledge of construction cost tracking and cost accounting principles. Ability to analyze financial information, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues in a timely manner. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities within a contract assignment. Proficiency with accounting systems and spreadsheet tools used for reporting, analysis, and reconciliation. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .