Description We are offering a contract to hire employment opportunity for an Accountant in Smithfield, Rhode Island, United States. This role primarily involves maintaining accounting and financial information, assisting with month-end close activities, and handling intercompany transactions.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining accounting and financial information for transactions on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis

• Recording, reconciling, and confirming intercompany transactions, along with researching and resolving discrepancies

• Assisting with month-end close activities, including the preparation and posting of journal entries to the general ledger

• Reviewing and analyzing financial statements

• Posting and processing journal entries to ensure all transactions are recorded

• Updating accounts receivable records, issuing invoices, and performing reconciliations

• Reviewing accounts receivable aging and performing customer collection calls

• Applying customer payments and making bank deposits

• Entering accounts payable invoices and corporate credit card transactions

• Reviewing vendor statements and contacting vendors for missing invoices

• Reviewing vendor records for completeness and requesting W-9 forms

• Acting as a backup for accounts payable and accounts receivable

• Participating in a variety of ad-hoc reporting, special projects, and analysis as necessary. Requirements • Proficiency in Accounting Functions is mandatory.

• Experience in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) is necessary.

• Familiarity with Budget Processes is required.

• Candidates should have experience with Month End Close procedures.

• Knowledge of Account Reconciliation is essential.

• Candidates should be able to work independently and in a team.

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are necessary.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills are required.

• Proficiency in relevant accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite is preferred.

• A degree in Accounting or a related field is preferred.

• Relevant certification, such as CPA, is an advantage.

• Candidates should demonstrate professional ethics and integrity.

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