Accountant

Acara Solutions is seeking a remote Accountant to join their client in Williamsville, NY.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and review journal entries by gathering appropriate documentation.
• Prepare and review supporting monthly, quarterly and annual schedules for audit and management. Respond to internal and external requests within the required timeframe.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements utilizing both GAAP and SAP methods.
• Review accounts payable invoices for accurate general ledger coding as needed.
• Provide analytical summaries of financial statements and supporting schedules by generating, developing and maintaining standard reports such as the variance analysis.
• Investigate any variances in account reconciliations prior to close and document findings with proposed solutions.
• Create, develop, and generate financial summary reports for management by using report writer applications in Workday or other accounting software/applications.
• Prepare corporate tax returns as assigned.
• Complete standard monthly reports by scheduled dates.
• Maintain knowledge of GAAP, SAP and tax reporting requirements.
• Coordinate with senior accountant or manager to maintain the flow of information within the accounting department and other departments by initiating requests for information or other means.
• Investigate month-end differences and resolve within 30 days of the close. Report findings to accounting team members and manager in written form.
• Develop or update procedure documentation for department procedure manual.
• Understand and interpret new concepts and various information with the ability to present ideas in their simplest form and view with a global perspective.
• Produce timely financial information to management to meet monthly deadlines.
• Extended hours may be required during peak season.

Here's what you'll get:

• Pay Rate: $25-$35/hour
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm or 8:30am-5:00pm
• Length: Temp (3-6 Months)

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About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required OR,
• Minimum 4 years of experience will be considered in lieu of degree
• Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting required.
• Minimum 3 years working knowledge and experience with general ledger systems and spreadsheets required.

• CPA strongly preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to identify problems and variances and recommend appropriate resolutions.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Proven examples of displaying the client's values: Passionate, Caring, Respectful, Trustworthy, Collaborative and Accountable.