Interim Accountant

Our client is looking for temporary accounting support to start immediately! This role will focus on cost accounting, inventory management, and financial reporting. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on and enjoys the manufacturing industry. This is 100% on-site, 40 hours/week.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements
• Perform month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
• Manage cost accounting, including tracking labor, materials, and production costs
• Maintain and analyze inventory records, including reconciliations and support of cycle counts
• Monitor plant performance by comparing actuals to budget and forecasts
• Partner with Operations and Purchasing to ensure accurate inventory valuation and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Handle bank reconciliations and financial reporting
• Support sales tax reporting and compliance requirements
• Assist with capital expenditure tracking and reporting
• Work with external partners on audits and tax preparation

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (or related field); equivalent experience considered
• Strong understanding of cost accounting and inventory processes
• Experience with month-end close and financial statement preparation
• Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, etc.)
• Experience with accounting/ERP systems
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities