Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Accounting Consultant to support our clients with day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of accounting principles, experience with transactional accounting, and the ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys working in a variety of business environments and providing hands-on support to finance teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Process Accounts Payable, including invoice entry, vendor maintenance, payment processing, and account reconciliations.
- Manage Accounts Receivable functions, including invoicing, cash applications, collections support, and customer account reconciliation.
- Prepare and post journal entries accurately and timely.
- Perform monthly bank, credit card, and general ledger account reconciliations.
- Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.
- Maintain and reconcile fixed asset schedules, prepaid expenses, and accruals as needed.
- Review financial transactions for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Support financial reporting by preparing schedules and assisting with management reports.
- Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies and outstanding balances.
- Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
- Assist with audit requests and other special projects as assigned.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and client personnel to ensure efficient accounting operations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
- 10+ years of accounting experience; public accounting or consulting experience is a plus.
- Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
- Hands-on experience with:
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Journal Entries
- General Ledger
- Bank and Account Reconciliations
- Month-End Close
- Experience with QuickBooks Online and/or QuickBooks Desktop required.
- Experience with additional ERP systems (Business Central, Sage, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle, SAP, etc.) is a plus.
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and basic formulas.
- Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Attributes
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
- Adaptable and comfortable learning new systems and processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Professional demeanor with a customer-service mindset.
- Ability to quickly integrate into new teams and environments.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple industries.
- Exposure to a variety of accounting systems and business environments.
- Collaborative team culture with opportunities for professional growth.
- Flexible assignments that provide meaningful, hands-on accounting experience.
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UHY Advisors’ Resource Solutions Group provides clients with accomplished professionals to support finance, accounting, internal audit and tax teams. Whether it is permanent placement, project work, loaned staff support or business process outsourcing–we are ready to meet your needs.
Our team has extensive experience with a wide range of clients from middle market, closely held organizations to large Fortune 500 companies. We focus on finance and accounting, internal audit, IT audit and tax. We offer direct, personal involvement from senior practitioners and strive to meet clients’ needs rapidly.
Application Question(s):
- Are you proficient in Microsoft Word?
- Do you have a Bachelors degree in accounting or finance?
- Do you have a strong understanding of GAAP?
- Do you have at least 10 years of accounting experience?
- Do you have experience with QuickBooks?
- Do you have the ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities?
Work Location: In person
