Accountant

Job Title: Accountant

Location: Hybrid (Once per week onsite), WI, 53234

Duration: 5 Months Contract to Hire Role

Shift 1st: Start time 7:00 am - 3:30 pm CST flexible start/ end times

Must-Have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience.

Nice to Have:

• Cash & Bank reconciliation.
• JE & Account reconciliation.
• Strong Excel experience.
• Team Player & Great communication.
• US GAAP

Note:

• Hybrid will need to be in office on average once per week.
• Client will provide hardware thus the time to Onboard from offer will be closer from 3-4 weeks. (10 business days to credential and another 10 business days max to procure hardware)
• Candidate must have high speed internet.
• This position is looking to hire on permanently for the right candidate.
• Eligible states: AL, AK, AR, AZ, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MI, MO,MS, MT, ND, NE, NH NC, NV, OH, OR, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY.

Summary:

Under general direction, responsible for completing the day to day general financial accounting processes and the preparation of financial analyses for Client and its subsidiaries to ensure accurate and timely recording and reporting of financial and statistical data in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), governmental regulations and Client accounting policies. Responsible for the timely and accurate completion of assigned audit responsibilities. Assists in the development, implementation and maintenance of client accounting systems, policies and procedures, process improvements and internal controls. Works in close partnership with the Financial Planning, Financial Reporting, Tax, Supply Chain, Legal, Human Resources, and Information Technology teams.

Major Responsibilities

• Performs monthly closing procedures, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliation's, supporting schedules and statistical analysis to ensure the accuracy of the financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP, governmental regulations, Client accounting policies and the financial close schedule.
• Prepares financial statements and reports, including comparison to budget and historical trends, in accordance with Client accounting policies and U.S. GAAP in order to ensure accurate financial statements in collaboration with the Financial Reporting Team for all internal/external reporting requirements.
• Assists in the investigation, research and in the development and implementation of new policies or procedures related to internal financial reporting matters raised by finance or operations to ensure financial activity is recorded in a manner consistent with Client accounting policies and procedures and U.S. GAAP.
• Reviews assigned areas of responsibility for continuous process improvement and assists in the development/implementation of improved procedures.
• Provides accurate and timely completion of and responses to internal and external auditors' requests and queries.
• Responds to ad-hoc reporting, analysis and special assignments, as needed.
• Responsible for monitoring, evaluating and implementing internal controls over areas of responsibility.
• Prepares tax returns and schedules in collaboration with the Tax team.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required: None Required

Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.

Experience Required: Typically requires 3 years of experience in accounting.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Basic knowledge of U.S. GAAP and government rules and regulations.
• Basic knowledge of general ledger and related financial and revenue cycle business intelligence systems (e.g. Workday and Epic).
• Self-motivated, results driven and detailed oriented.
• Good analytical skills with proficient problem solving skills.
• Good communications skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to effectively work independently as well as part of a team.
• Good computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Good organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Position may require evening and weekend hours during month-end, quarterly and annual reporting periods.
• Position may require travel which may result in exposure to road and weather hazards.
• Exposure to standard office environment.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

About MARS Solutions Group: MARS Solutions Group is a contingent staffing firm with access to a wide variety of jobs at various clients across the country. We operate with the consultant's best interests in mind and align them with roles that match their skills, aspirations, and interests. MARS values our relationships with consultants. Therefore, we will stay in touch throughout the duration of the contract to ensure the job is going well and that the role meets their career development needs.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $30.00 - $54.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• GAAP: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote

Salary : $30 - $54