Contract Senior Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Job Overview:

Search Solution Group is seeking a Contract Senior Accountant on behalf of our client, a leading broadcast media company in Raleigh, NC. This role will support key accounting functions and financial processes while leveraging technology and automation to improve efficiency and accuracy. The ideal candidate has strong accounting fundamentals, advanced Excel skills, technical aptitude, and the ability to quickly learn new systems and processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform and oversee day-to-day accounting activities and financial transactions.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Analyze financial data and investigate variances, discrepancies, and unusual activity.
• Utilize QuickBooks Desktop or QuickBooks Enterprise to maintain accurate accounting records.
• Leverage advanced Excel functions, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and macros, to analyze and manage financial data.
• Utilize Power Query and Power BI to improve reporting, data analysis, and financial visibility.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes through technology, automation, and AI tools.
• Develop and maintain accurate financial schedules, reports, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and other financial analysis as needed.
• Research and resolve accounting issues while ensuring compliance with established procedures and controls.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather financial information and resolve discrepancies.
• Learn and adapt to new accounting systems, technologies, and processes.
• Identify process improvements that increase efficiency, accuracy, and reporting capabilities.
• Perform other accounting duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements include:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.

Experience:

• 5+ years of accounting experience required.
• Experience with full-cycle accounting and financial reporting preferred.
• Experience using QuickBooks Desktop or QuickBooks Enterprise required.
• Experience working with financial reporting and data analysis tools preferred.

Skills:

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and macros.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Desktop or QuickBooks Enterprise.
• Familiarity with Power Query and Power BI.
• Strong technical and systems aptitude.
• Ability to leverage technology, AI tools, and automation to improve accounting processes.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Certifications:

• CPA or other accounting certification is preferred but not required.

Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, fundamentals, and financial concepts.
• Knowledge of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Understanding of month-end and year-end close processes.
• Familiarity with accounting systems, data analysis, and financial reporting technologies.
• Understanding of process improvement, automation, and emerging technology applications in accounting.

Key Competencies:

• Technical Aptitude: Quickly learns new systems, technologies, and processes and applies them effectively.
• Analytical Thinking: Evaluates financial information, identifies trends or discrepancies, and develops appropriate solutions.
• Attention to Detail: Maintains a high level of accuracy and consistency in financial work.
• Problem Solving: Takes a resourceful and proactive approach to resolving accounting challenges.
• Process Improvement: Identifies opportunities to improve efficiency through technology, automation, and streamlined processes.
• Adaptability: Responds effectively to changing priorities, systems, and business needs.
• Organization: Manages multiple responsibilities, deadlines, and priorities effectively.
• Initiative: Demonstrates a willingness to learn, research solutions, and take ownership of responsibilities.
• Communication: Communicates financial information and issues clearly and professionally.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with internal teams and contributes to shared organizational goals.