Sr. Accountant
Robert Half · Great Falls, MT · 3 wk ago
On-siteTemporary
Responsibilities
- Reconcile balance sheet and bank accounts, investigate variances, and clear outstanding items in a timely manner.
- Review historical general ledger activity, correct inaccurate postings, and help restore accuracy across financial records.
- Analyze aging balances and unresolved accounting items to determine appropriate corrections and supporting entries.
- Prepare and record journal entries, accruals, and other adjustments needed to support accurate reporting.
- Support month-end close activities by completing account analysis and resolving issues affecting period-end results.
- Examine accounts payable, accounts receivable, and related transactions to confirm completeness and accuracy.
- Detect duplicate entries, posting errors, and control weaknesses, then recommend practical improvements to reduce future issues.
- Maintain organized supporting documentation and strengthen recordkeeping practices for audit and compliance needs.
- Contribute to special accounting assignments and backlog reduction efforts while partnering with leadership on priority initiatives.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of accounting experience, including work in a Senior Accountant or similarly advanced role.
- Strong background in general ledger maintenance, account reconciliation, and financial cleanup activities.
- Prioritization and time management skills to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Proven ability to manage month-end close tasks and support accurate financial statement preparation.
- Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze data, identify issues, and support reconciliations efficiently.
- Experience researching discrepancies independently and determining appropriate accounting treatment.
- High level of accuracy, organization, and problem-solving ability in deadline-driven environments.
- Comfortable stepping into situations that require process improvement, record cleanup, and detailed investigative work.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is preferred.
Skills
- Accounting software proficiency (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP)
- Financial analysis and reporting
- Process improvement and automation
- Attention to detail
Benefits
- Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
- Access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits
- Free online training
- Company 401(k) plan eligibility
Pay
TBD
Schedule
Long-term Hybrid Contract