Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager

Role Description

We are seeking an accountant to join our team for a temporary project, with the potential to move to a longer‑term arrangement. We are an entrepreneurial, growing company and need additional accounting support to ensure we complete timely and accurate financial closes. We anticipate this project requiring 20 hours a week for approximately 3 months.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of accounting principles and practices, combined with a passion for following processes and leveraging technology to improve efficiency.

• Execute general ledger accounting functions, including journal entries, period end close, balance sheet reconciliation, and financial reporting.
• Conduct variance analyses for income statement and balance sheet accounts, identifying trends and insights for leadership.
• Prepare schedules and supporting data for annual/periodic financial statements, tax and compliance filings in coordination with outside accounting and tax advisers.
• Lead or contribute to special projects, analyses, and ad‑hoc reporting requests.
• Support AP as preparer or reviewer of the weekly AP run as needed. Support AR invoicing and payment application as needed.
• Assist purchasing and logistics in vendor set up and preparing purchase orders, sales orders, item receipts/fulfilments, and customer quotes as needed.
• Interpret and apply GAAP accounting standards in collaboration with the controller, ensuring compliance and accuracy.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• At least 3‑5 years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, or auditing.
• Proven expertise in general ledger operations and financial reporting including account reconciliations, preparation of supporting schedules, and completing the monthly closing process.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, pivot tables, etc).
• Ability to prepare and analyze complex financial statements.
• Ability to work independently and multi‑task.

• CPA or CPA candidate.
• Experience with Net Suite,
• Experience with lease accounting, contract manufacturing, ecommerce.
• Experience at a Big 4 or mid‑tier public accounting firm.
• Experience with start‑ups or working in a start‑up environment.