Remote Staff Accountant: Project & Fixed Asset (6-Month)

Swoon; United States; Remote; USD 50,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Swoon is seeking a detail-oriented Temporary Staff Accountant to support the accounting team in day-to-day operations, month-end close, and financial reporting for a leading beauty and retail company.

The role starts in Project Accounting and will transition to Fixed Asset Accounting as needs evolve. Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of experience, solid GL skills, and hands-on month-end close.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 2–4 years of professional accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and internal controls.
• Hands-on experience with month-end close, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Experience using SAP S/4HANA or another large ERP system.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Accounting activities and transition to Fixed Asset Accounting as needed.
• Prepare journal entries and perform account reconciliations.
• Assist with monthly financial close activities and reporting.
• Conduct variance analysis and investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Support other accounting projects and ad hoc requests as assigned.
• Follow established accounting procedures and internal controls.

Skills

Month-end close

Journal entries

Account reconciliations

U.S. GAAP

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

Swoon is seeking a detail-oriented Temporary Staff Accountant to support the accounting team in day-to-day operations, month-end close, and financial reporting for a leading beauty and retail company.

The role starts in Project Accounting and will transition to Fixed Asset Accounting as needs evolve. Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of experience, solid GL skills, and hands-on month-end close.