Contract Senior Accountant in Portland, Oregon

Contract Senior Accountant

Pay: $35-$38/hour

Location:

West Side of the Portland Metro Area (Onsite) Duration: 1-2 Month Contract (Potential Extension)

Position Overview:

A well-established company in the commercial construction industry is seeking a Contract Senior Accountant to assist with a significant accounting backlog and month-end close activities during an ERP transition. This is a hands-on project-focused role ideal for an accounting professional who can quickly assess priorities, reconcile accounts, and help bring financial records current.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform account reconciliations and resolve outstanding discrepancies.
• Prepare and record depreciation journal entries.
• Review and maintain prepaid expense schedules.
• Analyze general ledger activity and ensure transactions are coded accurately.
• Assist with month-end close activities and backlog cleanup.
• Support the close of outstanding accounting periods.
• Research and resolve accounting issues as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a Senior Accountant capacity.
• Strong hands-on experience with Sage 300 is required.
• Experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close, fixed assets, and prepaids.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Net Suite.
• Prior experience in construction, roofing, or other project-based industries.
• Experience supporting accounting clean-up or ERP transition projects.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.