Senior Accountant Contractual

Pierce, Monroe & Associates LLC; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Pierce, Monroe & Associates LLC invites applications for a short-term financial accounting role in the Detroit area. The position requires strong GAAP knowledge, accuracy in recordkeeping, and the ability to manage journal entries for complex transactions.

Hybrid work with on-site presence 2–3 times per week is expected. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in accounting and 3+ years in financial reporting, with experience in public sector or nonprofit contexts being a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting with at least three years of experience in financial reporting.
• Knowledge of GAAP and audit requirements.
• Experience with public sector or non-profit accounting is a plus.
• Proficient in financial analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, preferably Oracle Fusion ERP.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely financial records in accordance with GAAP and applicable laws.
• Prepare and review journal entries for complex transactions including accruals and prepaids.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations (AR/AP, cash, investments, payroll).
• Support month- and year-end close processes and respond to audit requests.
• Assist with reporting needs and related duties as requested.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Process-oriented

Analytical mindset

Excellent communicator

Follows processes

Able to operate in a transitional env

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Oracle Fusion ERP

Job description

Short-Term Opportunity: Six to Nine Months.

Location: Hybrid - Candidates will be required to report on‑site 2- 3 times per week.

The duties and responsibilities specified below are representative of the range of duties and responsibilities assigned to this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list.

Financial Recordkeeping

• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely financial records in accordance with GAAP, federal/state/local laws, and procurement regulations. Ensure proper revenue and expense recognition and compliance with accounting standards.
• Prepare and review journal entries for complex transactions, including accruals, prepaids, and contract accounting.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations (e.g., accounts receivable/payable, cash, investments, payroll, etc.).
• Participate in month- and year-end close processes, including preparing documentation and responding to audit requests.

Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Prepare and review financial statements and schedules for internal management and external auditors.
• Analyze financial data to identify variances, trends, and risks, and provide recommendations to management.
• Recommend and implement process improvements and technology solutions to streamline accounting operations.

Other

• Assist with reporting needs
• Perform other related duties as requested

JOB SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Skills

• Detail‑oriented
• Process‑oriented
• Analytical mindset
• Excellent communicator
• Follows processes, notices and questions anomalies
• Able to operate in a transitional environment

Qualifications

Economics and Accounting

Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.

Mathematics

Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

English Language

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Computers and Electronics

Knowledge of processors and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Clerical

Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.

Administration and Management

Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and coordination of people and resources.

Experience

• Preferred 2 – 5 years of public sector and/or non‑profit accounting experience
• Preferred experience with Oracle Fusion ERP (or similar system)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree with an emphasis in accounting, and at least three years of experience in financial reporting.

Drain accounting experience is a plus.