Interim Sr. Accountant (contract)

We are looking for an interim Sr. Accountant to support a manufacturing organization during a pivotal period for the accounting team. This Long-term Contract position requires someone who is detail oriented and can oversee core accounting activities while remaining deeply involved in day-to-day execution. The ideal candidate will bring strong close and general ledger expertise, experience in manufacturing environments, and the ability to deliver accurate reporting, analysis, and process support across a global business.

This is a 6-month contract position

Onsite 5 days a week in Flower Mound, Texas

Interim Senior Accountant with manufacturing industry experience (contract position):

Responsibilities:

• Direct core accounting activities across payables, receivables, ledger maintenance, and payroll-related support to maintain accurate financial records

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycle, including preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, adjustments, and review of account activity

• Produce financial reports such as income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow summaries, and investigate notable variances or inconsistencies

• Oversee manufacturing and inventory accounting matters, including cost of goods sold, inventory valuation, standard costing, and analysis of material, labor, and overhead variances

• Maintain the chart of accounts and uphold the reliability, consistency, and completeness of financial data across multiple entities and currencies

• Partner with operational leaders to evaluate production cost drivers, margin trends, and profitability in support of business decisions

• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, cash planning, and KPI reporting by developing analyses and schedules for leadership review

• Strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and reporting practices while supporting audits, tax-related deliverables, and coordination with external advisors

• Assist with international accounting activities, including intercompany transactions, currency-related reporting, and monthly submissions to the parent organization

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, reporting accuracy, and system efficiency, including hands-on support for financial data processing when needed

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including senior-level responsibility for general ledger and close activities
• Background in manufacturing accounting with working knowledge of inventory, cost accounting, and financial reporting processes
• Strong experience with month-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, and bank reconciliations
• Ability to prepare, review, and analyze financial statements with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Familiarity with multi-entity or global accounting environments, including exposure to foreign currency or intercompany activity
• Capability to work independently in a lean setting while also providing guidance on technical accounting matters
• Proficiency in identifying process improvements and supporting effective internal controls
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial insights clearly to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders

Compensation

$48.00-$50.00 Hourly

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