Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Accountant to join a finance team in Forest Park, Ohio for a Long-term Contract position. This opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist with strong attention to detail who can strengthen the accuracy of financial records, support dependable reporting, and manage reconciliation work in a fast-paced environment. The assignment is expected to begin as a 3-month engagement.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee monthly reconciliation activity for multiple bank accounts to confirm cash balances are complete and accurate.

• Review and reconcile key balance sheet areas such as prepaid items, accrued liabilities, and intercompany accounts.

• Research variances and accounting exceptions, then take prompt action to correct issues and document resolutions.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to gather financial information, validate account activity, and resolve open questions.

• Maintain organized supporting records that align with internal accounting standards and audit readiness expectations.

• Contribute to special assignments and workflow enhancement efforts that improve the efficiency and quality of finance operations.

• Assist with timely financial close activities by ensuring reconciliations and account analyses are completed within deadlines.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of accounting experience, including substantial work with cash and account reconciliations.
• Hands-on familiarity with accounting platforms or ERP systems such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, or comparable software.
• Strong Excel capabilities, including the use of functions such as pivot tables and lookups for financial analysis.
• Solid analytical judgment with the ability to identify inconsistencies and solve accounting issues effectively.
• High level of accuracy, organization, and time management in a deadline-driven setting.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work productively with internal stakeholders across departments.

Compensation

$35.00-$40.00 Hourly

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