Sr. Accountant

Description

Robert Half Management Resources is seeking an interim Senior Accountant to support a large, highly complex organization during a key transition. Reporting to the Accounting Supervisor, this consultant will immediately take ownership of labor related accounting, high volume reconciliations, and performance-based compensation accruals. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and bring expertise in handling high-volume data and reconciliations.

Responsibilities:

- Perform detailed bank reconciliations across multiple payroll systems to ensure accuracy and compliance.

- Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and month-end journal entries.

- Provide support during the month-end close process, including working overtime as needed during peak periods.

- Manage calculations for performance-based compensation and production accruals.

- Update and maintain the compensation matrix based on employee contract changes.

- Coordinate fee schedule updates and payment processes with division leaders.

- Conduct biweekly payroll audits and analyze labor-related metrics.

- Generate management reports and ensure audit-ready documentation is prepared.

- Perform ad hoc analyses on large datasets to support decision-making and financial insights.

Requirements - Proven experience as a senior-level accountant in large and complex organizations.

- Familiarity with performance-based compensation, labor accruals, and reconciling high-volume transactions.

- Advanced proficiency in Excel, including handling datasets with tens of thousands of lines and multi-column workbooks.

- Previous experience using enterprise-level accounting software, such as Oracle Fusion (preferred).

- Ability to quickly adapt to existing models and operate independently with minimal onboarding.

- Experience interpreting employment or compensation agreements is advantageous.

- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

- Capability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, especially during financial close periods.

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