Contract Accountant: Monthly Close & Reconciliations

Smith Staffing Services

Columbia (MD)

On-site

USD 34,440 - 48,216

Part time

14 days+
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Job summary

Smith Staffing Services has an immediate need for an Accountant for a contract position in Howard County, Maryland, lasting 6 weeks or longer. The role involves preparing financial statements, facilitating monthly close procedures, and analyzing revenues and expenses.

The ideal candidate will have proven accounting experience, a strong knowledge of accounting principles, and proficiency in accounting software. A CPA or CMA is preferred. Attention to detail and confidentiality are essential in this role.

Qualifications

  • Proven working experience in accounting or relevant field.
  • Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
  • Strong attention to detail and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules according to monthly close schedule.
  • Facilitate and complete monthly close procedures.
  • Analyze revenues, commissions and expenses to ensure they are recorded appropriately.
  • Prepare monthly account reconciliations.

Skills

Accounting principles and procedures
Accounting software proficiency
Attention to detail

Education

CPA or CMA preferred

Job description

Smith Staffing Services has Immediate need for the following Contractpositions at one of our clients within the Howard County, Maryland area.

*Accountant

This is a 6 weeks or longer contact position

Job Description

Primary responsibilities are:

  • Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules according to monthly close schedule

Facilitate and complete monthly close procedures

Analyze revenues, commissions and expenses to ensure they are recorded appropriately

Prepare monthly account reconciliations

Qualifications
  • Proven working experience in accounting or relevant field
  • Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
  • Strong accounting software user
  • Strong attention to detail and confidentiality
  • CPA or CMA preferred
Additional Information

For immediate consideration,please go to www.smithstaffingservices.com and apply online

Office: 301-836-1960

Fax: 301-357-8509

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