Staff Accountant – Temp-To-Hire Potential

Our client, is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their finance team on a temporary basis with strong potential for a permanent placement. This role will focus on core accounting functions including general ledger management, journal entries, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting. While the company completes its search for a new Accounting Specialist, the Staff Accountant may also provide temporary support with accounts payable tasks.

The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and capable of managing their responsibilities independently while contributing to a collaborative, fast-paced, and deadline-driven team environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated accounting professional looking to bring their skills to a dynamic team with potential for long-term growth.

General Accounting
• Maintain the general ledger by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and supporting the monthly close process
• Reconcile bank accounts on a monthly basis and process daily banking activity
• Assist with recording month-end and year-end journal entries
• Support the preparation of financial statements and internal financial reports
• Ensure financial records are accurate and comply with company policies
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies by coordinating with relevant departments

Temporary Accounts Payable Support
• Process vendor invoices and payments with attention to accuracy and timing
• Perform weekly check runs and maintain up-to-date vendor information
• Resolve payment or invoicing issues as they arise
• Assist with accounts payable tasks during month-end close
(Note: These responsibilities will shift once an Accounting Specialist joins the team)

Financial Reporting and Analysis
• Contribute to the preparation and review of financial reports
• Help maintain and update a rolling six-week cash flow forecast

Compliance and Internal Controls
• Assist in maintaining internal control processes and support audit readiness
• Provide documentation for both internal and external audits

Other Duties
• Offer general support to the CFO and the finance team as needed
• May assist with accounts receivable functions or other special projects

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline

• At least three years of accounting experience
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Experience with accounting software

• Advanced Excel skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks independently
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills