Role: Interim Senior Accountant
Duration: 5-6 months
Location: Downtown Chicago, IL (Hybrid work environment - Onsite 2-3 days a week)
Industry: Transportation
Compensation: $45 - $55/Hr. (based on experience)
**Please note this role does not have a start timeframe until beginning to mid-August!
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Interim Senior Accountant to join our client in the transportation industry for a temporary assignment lasting 5-6 months. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional with a strong background in month-end close processes, with no less than 7 years of related accounting experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and execute month-end close procedures to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Perform detailed account reconciliations to maintain the integrity of financial data.
- Prepare and analyze financial reports, providing insights and recommendations as needed.
- Manage cash application processes to ensure accurate allocation and reporting.
- Handle invoice processing, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
- Conduct variance analysis to identify discrepancies and support decision-making.
- Assist in the preparation and analysis of budgets and forecasts.
- Maintain and oversee the general ledger.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP standards and regulations.
- Manage fixed assets, including tracking acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation.
- Oversee lease invoicing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with lease agreements.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors in accounting or finance required.
- Minimum 7 years of related accounting experience.
- Must have experience with Great Plains. Experience with Aspire is a plus but not required.
- Must have advanced Excel skills – will be managing a lot of spreadsheets!
- Must have strong fixed asset experience.
- Lease invoicing experience is a huge plus.
- Must be a high functioning & efficient individual that is comfortable asking questions.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temporary
Pay: $45.00 - $55.00 per hour
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- Microsoft Dynamics GP: 2 years (Required)
- Accounting: 7 years (Required)
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Work Location: In person