What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Leeds Professional Resources?
Overview:
We are seeking a skilled Senior Accountant to support our accounting team with month-end close processes, journal entries, reconciliations, and special projects. This role is ideal for an experienced accountant with strong analytical skills and ERP system experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment. This is a contract position that should last 2-4 months for the right candidate!
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Perform variance analysis and review month-over-month balance sheet and P&L fluctuations.
- Assist with financial reporting and ensure compliance with accounting policies.
- Support audit requests, including running financial queries and preparing supporting documentation.
- Assist in the transition and implementation of new accounting systems and tools.
- Collaborate with internal teams to streamline processes and improve efficiencies.
- Participate in special projects related to financial system upgrades and process improvements.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required. CPA preferred but not required.
- Experience: 4-7 years of full-cycle accounting experience.
- Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Experience with PeopleSoft Financials is required.
- Soft Skills: Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills. Strong attention to detail.
- Additional Experience: Previous experience in large corporate environments or industries with complex financial operations is a plus.
Projects You May Support:
- Financial system upgrades and testing (UAT).
- Transitioning corporate expense management and financial reporting systems.
- Process improvements related to invoicing, logistics, and vendor payments.
Why Join Us?
This temporary role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, gain experience with system transitions, and contribute to key financial projects. If you are a detail-oriented accounting professional looking for a challenging yet rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you!
Salary : $95,000 - $100,000
