Temporary Accountant

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Port Townsend (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Holiday Pay (6 Days Observed)

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Vision/Eyewear Plan

Life Insurance

Prescription Drug Reimbursement

Short-Term Disability

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a Temporary Accountant to support a busy finance department. The role focuses on financial reporting, budgeting, reconciliations, and general ledger activities, delivering accurate results in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and at least four years of progressive accounting experience, proficient Excel skills, and the ability to collaborate with leadership and other

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of four years of progressive accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with budget preparation and financial planning activities.
• Prepare and maintain actual and budget ledgers.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and variances.
• Perform general ledger reconciliations and journal entries.
• Assist with financial reporting and account analysis.
• Support work order tracking, documentation, and processing.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and financial files.
• Conduct financial research and analysis as assigned.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with leadership and internal departments regarding financial information.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Reconciliations

General ledger

MS Excel

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

Express Employment Professionals is recruiting for a Temporary Accountant to support a busy finance department. This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys working with financial reporting, budgeting, reconciliations, and general ledger activities. The Accountant will provide accounting and administrative support while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely completion of financial processes.

JOB DUTIES:

May include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist with budget preparation and financial planning activities
• Prepare and maintain actual and budget ledgers
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and variances
• Perform general ledger reconciliations and journal entries
• Assist with financial reporting and account analysis
• Support work order tracking, documentation, and processing
• Maintain accurate accounting records and financial files
• Conduct financial research and analysis as assigned
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting policies and procedures
• Collaborate with leadership and internal departments regarding financial information
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required
• Minimum of four (4) years of progressive accounting experience preferred
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Experience with budgeting, reconciliations, and general ledger functions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software systems
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to pass a criminal background check

Hours/Shift:

Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Pay:

$38.70-$45.48/hour DOE

Benefits Available to Eligible Express Associates:

• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• Holiday Pay (6 Days Observed)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Vision/Eyewear Plan
• Life Insurance
• Prescription Drug Reimbursement
• Short-Term Disability

Express is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.