Senior Accountant Consultant

Vaco; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Work life balance/flexibility - more |

Expanded professional network

Diverse work experience, career growth

Job summary

Vaco is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team as a Consultant in Phoenix, AZ. The hybrid role focuses on a robust accounting function and timely financial reporting, with a pay rate of $45–$55 per hour depending on experience.

The project is estimated at 3–6 months, offering opportunities to contribute to month-end close, GL reconciliation, and GAAP-compliant reporting while collaborating across teams and expanding professional networks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Proven experience as a Senior Accountant or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with ERP software.
• Commitment to duration and project needs.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to month-end close processes.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Support preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies and irregularities.
• Ad hoc projects as assigned.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel

ERP software

Strong accounting principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA preferred

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Vaco is seeking an experiencedSenior Accountant to join our team as a Consultant. In this role, you'll play a pivotal role in managing various aspects of the accounting function. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in accounting principles and commitment to delivering accurate and timely financial information.

Location: Phoenix, AZ (hybrid)
Pay Rate: $45- $55 per hour (depending on experience)
Project Length: Approx. 3 - 6 months

Perks and Opportunities

• Work life balance/flexibility - more control over your own schedule and types of projects
• Expanded professional network
• Diverse work experience, career growth, and learning opportunities

Responsibilities include:

• Contribute to month-end close processes
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accountants
• Provide support during preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies and irregularities
• Ad hoc projects as assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred
• Provenexperience as a Senior Accountant or similar role
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles
• Strong skillset in Excel and other ERP software
• Commitment to duration and needs of project

By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions.

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• the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
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