Contract Senior Accountant

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

About the role

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.

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.

Requirements

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

Pay

$35-$38/hour