Interim Senior Accountant (AP, AR, Payroll)

BDO USA•Columbus, NY

About The Position

This interim role supports clients with tasks across accounting, finance, and IT/ERP support functions. Work may include staff accounting, accounting support, project support, or other duties based on engagement needs. The position supports multiple client contacts simultaneously and tracks requests, deliverables, and follow-up items. The role prepares routine and ad hoc accounting reports, schedules, and reconciliations; supports month-, quarter-, and year-end close; assists with due diligence, audit, and transaction requests; and supports financial reporting, including SEC reporting schedules and documentation. It may also involve researching accounting issues and supporting implementation of guidance such as ASC 606 and ASC 842. IT/ERP support includes system testing, data validation, report generation, troubleshooting user issues, and assisting with system implementations or enhancements. Other duties may be assigned. Travel of at least 50% is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of experience.
Experience working with public, private, or private equity companies.
Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, Oracle, Epicor, or SAP.
Technical skills commensurate with level of experience.
Professionalism under pressure; ability to work ethically and effectively and learn quickly.
Ability to contribute as a team member and ask for help when needed.
Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with customers at all levels and internal stakeholders.
Ability to travel at least 50%.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
Professional services industry experience.
CPA certification.
Advanced-level MS Excel experience.

Responsibilities

Support client accounting, finance, and IT/ERP functions in capacities such as staff accountant, accounting support, or project support.
Support multiple client contacts and track requests, deliverables, and follow-up items.
Prepare routine and ad hoc accounting reports, schedules, and reconciliations.
Participate in special projects and provide general support for client accounting and operational initiatives.
Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including reconciliations and journal entries.
Gather, organize, and analyze financial information for due diligence, audit, and transaction-related requests.
Support financial reporting, including preparation of SEC reporting schedules and related documentation.
Research accounting issues and support implementation of accounting guidance, including ASC 606 and ASC 842.
Provide IT/ERP support, including system testing, data validation, report generation, troubleshooting user issues, and support for implementations or enhancements.
Perform other duties as required.
Travel at least 50%.