Accountant

Express Employment Professionals; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Express Employment International is seeking an Experienced Accountant for a contract opportunity in Southwest Oklahoma City, OK. The role focuses on general accounting, reconciliations, cost allocations, and ledger management, with GAAP compliance and strong Excel usage.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of accounting and auditing experience, a solid understanding of GAAP, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Auditing experience required.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial reporting functions.
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, reports, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain and review general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and proper account classification.
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate financial discrepancies.
• Manage cost allocations and expense distributions across departments, projects, or business units.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Analyze financial data and generate reports for leadership review.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Prepare, review, and process journal entries.
• Assist with internal and external audits, including preparing audit schedules and supporting documentation.
• Review financial transactions and ensure compliance with GAAP, accounting standards, and internal controls.
• Utilize Excel extensively for reporting, tracking, reconciliations, and financial analysis.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal departments as needed.

Skills

Accounting

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Auditing

General ledger

Cost allocations

Journal entries

Budgeting & forecasting

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP software

Accounting software

Job description

Experienced Accountant

Contract Opportunity | Southwest Oklahoma City, OK
Pay Rate: $30-$35/hour | 1-2 Month Contract

We are currently seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accountant for a contract opportunity with a well-established organization located in the southwest Oklahoma City metro area.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional with a strong background in general accounting, auditing, cost allocations, and general ledger management. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, advanced Excel proficiency, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, reports, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain and review general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and proper account classification.
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate financial discrepancies.
• Manage cost allocations and expense distributions across departments, projects, or business units.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Analyze financial data and generate reports for leadership review.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Prepare, review, and process journal entries.
• Assist with internal and external audits, including preparing audit schedules and supporting documentation.
• Review financial transactions and ensure compliance with GAAP, accounting standards, and internal controls.
• Utilize Excel extensively for reporting, tracking, reconciliations, and financial analysis.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal departments as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of accounting experience required.
• Previous auditing experience required.
• Strong experience with general ledger accounting and account reconciliations.
• Experience with cost allocations and expense distribution.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required, including formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial reporting functions.
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication and professionalism.

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