Interim Senior Accountant

Interim Senior Accountant
Eden Prairie, MN / Hybrid, 2 days home, 3 days in office
Hourly Pay Range: $65.00 - $75.00
Manufacturing / Industrial

About the Opportunity - Interim Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager
A leading global manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced senior accounting contractor to step into a senior-level role with minimal ramp-up. This is a high-impact, short-term engagement (2–3 months) supporting critical financial close, reporting, and compliance activities in a public company environment. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, operates independently, and collaborates effectively across complex organizations.

The role offers a hybrid schedule with a mix of in-office and remote work.

Key Responsibilities - Interim Senior Accountant

• Support monthly and quarterly close processes including journal entries, accruals, and variance analyses
• Prepare and review account reconciliations, ensuring timely resolution of discrepancies
• Analyze balance sheet accounts and maintain compliance with accounting policies
• Assist with quarterly and annual financial reporting requirements in a public company setting
• Partner cross-functionally with finance, operations, and supply chain teams to understand manufacturing activity and performance drivers
• Support internal and external audits, including preparation of schedules, documentation, and auditor requests
• Assist with SOX compliance efforts, including documentation, testing, and evidence preparation
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and internal controls
• Contribute to special projects, technical accounting analyses, and ad hoc reporting needs

Qualifications - Interim Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 4–6+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Minimum 3 years of public accounting experience, preferably Big 4
• Experience supporting public company reporting and compliance requirements
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and close processes
• CPA designation strongly preferred
• Advanced Excel skills required

Preferred:

• Manufacturing or industrial industry experience
• Inventory and cost accounting knowledge
• SAP or similar ERP system experience
• Experience with global or multi-national organizations
• Exposure to SEC reporting and SOX compliance

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