Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a Contract assignment based on-site in Gaithersburg, Maryland. This role will support core accounting operations by managing reconciliations, preparing journal entries, and assisting with audit-related follow-up in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, hands-on experience with reporting tools such as Power BI, and the ability to work accurately across month-end activities and general ledger processes.

Responsibilities:
• Perform detailed account, bank, and balance sheet reconciliations to ensure financial records are complete and accurate.
• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining proper supporting documentation and alignment with accounting policies.
• Assist in addressing audit observations by researching discrepancies, compiling evidence, and helping implement corrective actions.
• Support month-end close activities by reviewing ledger balances, resolving variances, and meeting reporting deadlines.
• Analyze financial data and create meaningful reporting insights using Power BI and Excel.
• Maintain accuracy within the general ledger and investigate unusual transactions or account fluctuations.
• Work on-site with cross-functional stakeholders to gather information, clarify accounting issues, and support day-to-day finance operations.
• Utilize enterprise accounting platforms such as NetSuite, Oracle, or SAP to process and review financial information.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of accounting experience in a senior-level or closely related role.
• Demonstrated expertise in account reconciliation, including bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger activity, journal entry preparation, and month-end close procedures.
• Experience supporting audit requests, resolving findings, and documenting accounting support materials.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for analysis, reporting, and data review.
• Experience with Microsoft Power BI for financial reporting or dashboard development.
• Familiarity with at least one major ERP system such as NetSuite, Oracle, or SAP.
• Ability to work effectively in an on-site contract role in Maryland.

Compensation

$38.00-$44.00 Hourly

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