Accounting Manager/Senior Accountant 16788660

Cherry Bekaert • Tysons, VA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Cherry Bekaert Staffing & Recruiting is partnered with a growing organization to identify a hands‑on Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager for an immediate contract opportunity. This role is ideal for a strong, self‑sufficient accounting professional who thrives in fast‑moving environments and can step in with minimal ramp‑up. The focus is heavily general ledger and close, with some payroll exposure, during a period of systems and process transition. Position Overview Title: Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager (contract) Duration: Initial 3–6 month contract, with potential extension Location: Tysons, VA Onsite: Target 4 days onsite (flexibility down to 2 days for the right candidate) Compensation: Competitive hourly rate based on experience What You’ll Be Doing Own core general ledger accounting activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and prepaids Support month‑end and quarter‑end close Handle revenue‑related accounting and analysis (more complex than basic invoicing) Assist with payroll processing (approximately 20–30% of the role) Perform variance analysis and financial reporting support Contribute during a period of system and process change , including ERP transition support Partner cross‑functionally with finance, payroll, and operations as needed What We’re Looking For Strong, hands‑on accounting background (no oversight‑only profiles) Proven experience with: General ledger ownership Month‑end close Balance sheet reconciliations Payroll exposure (processing or hands‑on support) Advanced Excel skills and analytical mindset Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and “figure things out” Comfortable in environments with change, urgency, and evolving requirements IND4

Requirements

• Strong, hands‑on accounting background (no oversight‑only profiles)
• Proven experience with: General ledger ownership
• Month‑end close
• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Payroll exposure (processing or hands‑on support)
• Advanced Excel skills and analytical mindset
• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and “figure things out”
• Comfortable in environments with change, urgency, and evolving requirements

Responsibilities

• Own core general ledger accounting activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and prepaids
• Support month‑end and quarter‑end close
• Handle revenue‑related accounting and analysis (more complex than basic invoicing)
• Assist with payroll processing (approximately 20–30% of the role)
• Perform variance analysis and financial reporting support
• Contribute during a period of system and process change , including ERP transition support
• Partner cross‑functionally with finance, payroll, and operations as needed

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees