Staff Accountant Senior

Marietta, Georgia

Hybrid

Contract

$30/hr - $45/hr

The Senior Accountant is a key member of the finance team that provides strategic accounting for our growth and transformation. Responsibilities include assisting with technical research on complex accounting areas to determine appropriate accounting treatment for new transactions. Provide excellent business partnership to internal and external teams. This is a hybrid contract opportunity in Atlanta, GA that starts immediately.

Contract Duration: 4 months

Required Skills & Experience

• BS in Finance or Accounting.

• 5 years experience in Accounting/Finance

• Technical accounting knowledge, specifically in ASC 606 & ASC 705.

• Experience with GAAPAdvanced analytical skills and strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting techniques

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders

• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities with attention to detail

Desired Skills & Experience

• Advanced degree or relevant experience.

• CPA

• PeopleSoft experience

What You Will Be Doing

Accounting:

• Become the subject matter expert on key accounting areas in the area of domain. This individual will work directly with the business to help leadership understand the financial impact of contracts or changes to current business practices.

• Compilation of key financial information for distribution throughout the organization.

• Support the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes using financial systems and spreadsheet models, working closely with department heads and senior management to develop accurate and actionable financial plans.

• Perform variance analysis, identify key drivers of performance, and provide insightful commentary to explain financial results to management

• Participates in month-end close process, including the preparation and/or review of journal entries, account reconciliations, variance explanations and other financial information and supporting schedules.

Strategic Decision Support:

• Use operational and financial data to provide financial insights and analytical support to senior leadership to evaluate strategic initiatives, investment opportunities, and business performance

• Conduct ad-hoc financial analyses and modeling to support decision-making and drive business growth.

Reporting and Performance Measurement:

• Develop and maintain ledgers, systems, financial models and dashboards to track financial metrics

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial and operational reports for senior management, creating charts and visual presentations to highlight trends and foster understanding

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Support various stakeholders across the organization by reporting and tracking of business drivers, financial impacts, and progress toward strategic objectives

• Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation, explanations, and support.

• Collaborate with accounting, operations, and other departments to ensure consistency of information between financial plans and operational execution

Process Improvement

• Continuously evaluate and streamline financial planning processes and tools in areas of responsibility to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability

• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation to drive productivity and effectiveness.

• Train, document and update process and procedures for staff.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Thinking: able to view the function as part of the whole, actively innovate and communicate the strategic priorities, particularly in their financial implications.

• Clear Communication: Present and influence with clarity and accuracy to executive level stakeholders.

• Driving Performance: targets opportunities, engages others and creates accountability.

• Responsive & Change Oriented: understands managements need for insight and growth-oriented forecasting and modeling.

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family

• Dental & Orthodontia Benefits

• Vision Benefits

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options

• Paid Sick Time Leave

• Legal and Identity Protection Plans

• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit

• 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans/Disability/Women. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Posted by: Jessica Eisenberg

Specialization: Accounting / Finance Professional