Interim Senior Accountant

Vaco by Highspring

Phoenix (AZ)

On-site

USD 55,104,000 - 75,768,000

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Support for career goals

Flexible working opportunities

Job summary

A staffing and consulting firm is seeking Accounting Consultants to support clients with project-based initiatives. The role involves managing financial operations, ensuring compliance with accounting principles, and operating under tight deadlines. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in accounting and extensive experience in month-end close and financial reporting. This temporary position offers competitive hourly pay in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

3+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
Expertise in month-end close and financial reporting.
Prior experience in public accounting or corporate accounting strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage month-end close processes and financial reporting.
Perform balance sheet reconciliations and ensure general ledger accuracy.
Assist with AP, AR, payroll, and cost accounting.

Skills

Month-end close

Financial reporting

GAAP compliance

Analytical skills

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Reporting systems

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Vaco is actively seeking Accounting Consultants to support our clients with project-based initiatives and interim coverage during peak periods. This role requires a Senior Accountant-level skill set while remaining hands-on with daily accounting operations.
As a Vaco Consultant, you will apply your expertise in accounting principles, financial reporting, and compliance to ensure accurate and timely financial statements. You'll work within tight deadlines, managing general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end audits, and budget/forecast activities.
Key Responsibilities:

Manage month-end close processes, including journal entries and accruals
Perform balance sheet reconciliations, including cash, fixed assets, payroll, and accruals
Ensure general ledger accuracy, reviewing transactions for completeness and proper classification
Assist with AP, AR, payroll, and cost accounting (if applicable)
Support budgeting and forecasting processes, including variance analysis
Assist in year-end audit preparation, working closely with external auditors
Research and apply technical accounting standards, including GAAP compliance

Skills & Experience:

3+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with expertise in month-end close and financial reporting
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting; CPA preferred
Prior experience in public accounting or corporate accounting strongly preferred
Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles
Proficiency in ERP systems
Experience with reporting systems preferred

Key Attributes:

Detail-oriented and highly organized with strong analytical skills
Ability to commit to project duration and manage multiple priorities effectively
Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision
Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and manage stakeholder expectations
Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to process improvemen

This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your expertise in a dynamic, project-driven environment, supporting a variety of clients with their accounting needs. If you're looking for your next consulting opportunity, we'd love to hear from you!

WHY VACO?
Vaco's accounting and finance team is made up of senior and executive-level industry veterans from public accounting firms and industry. We've done the audits, managed compliance with new regulations, and navigated mergers, integrations and other demanding projects.
We have direct relationships with hiring managers, so you can expect that we proactively market your skill-set to prospective clients that we mutually agree make sense- promoting your strengths to our client relationships.
Our projects typically last between 3 months and 6 months, but often go longer than expected. As the project has a clear end date, Vaco will work to secure a reference from the client, work with the Consultant to build a Case Study, and begin marketing for our next engagement.

Benefits

At Vaco, your career goals guide our efforts. We see you, we hear you, and we're here to help. That's why we not only work to find you a great opportunity, but we also provide you with the support and resources you need to succeed. We offer comprehensive and affordable benefits so you can focus your energy on more important matters like achieving your personal and professional goals. Whether you're interested in contract work or temp to hire opportunities, we've got you covered!

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