Senior Accounting Analyst – GAAP, SOX, Budgeting (Hybrid)

A P A International; Portland (ME); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

APA International Placement Consultants in Portland, OR is seeking an Accounting Senior Analyst for a 2-month contract with a hybrid work setup (3 days onsite).

The role handles month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and payroll/benefits accounting, ensuring GAAP compliance and accurate reporting. Collaboration with Audit, FP&A, and accounting teams is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of applied accounting experience; public accounting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and ability to apply it to business needs.
• Experience with SAP or similar general ledger systems is preferred.
• Experience with reconciliation tools, Blackline preferred, is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Participate in month-end general ledger and internal reporting processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Prepare estimates and reserves for bonus and claims reviews with Accounting Manager.
• Handle payroll and benefits accounting including related costs.
• Support regulatory filings and internal control procedures for Sarbanes-Oxley.
• Collaborate with Budgeting and FP&A on income statement components.
• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as needed.
• Assist auditors and drive process improvements in accounting.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Deadline oriented

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA certification preferred

Tools

SAP

Blackline

Job description

APA International Placement Consultants in Portland, OR is seeking an Accounting Senior Analyst for a 2-month contract with a hybrid work setup (3 days onsite).

The role handles month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and payroll/benefits accounting, ensuring GAAP compliance and accurate reporting. Collaboration with Audit, FP&A, and accounting teams is essential for success.