Robert Half

You will collaborate closely with the finance and accounting teams to investigate, resolve, and prevent discrepancies related to unapplied cash, ultimately supporting the client’s goal of maximizing cash flow and minimizing financial risk.. Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and enhance reconciliation processes and controls to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and mitigate risks.. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Treasury, to ensure alignment and consistency in financial transactions and reporting.. Compliance: Ensure compliance with internal policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements related to accounts receivable and unapplied cash management.. D365 experience highly desired

sr accountant

Description Robert Half has partnered with a dynamic Services company in the greater Boston area on a search for an interim Sr. Accountant. As the Sr. Accountant, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely reconciliation of unapplied cash transactions within the accounts receivable system. You will collaborate closely with the finance and accounting teams to investigate, resolve, and prevent discrepancies related to unapplied cash, ultimately supporting the client’s goal of maximizing cash flow and minimizing financial risk. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Reconciliation Management: Perform daily reconciliation of unapplied cash transactions to ensure alignment with customer accounts and bank statements.</li><li>Investigation and Resolution: Investigate discrepancies and variances related to unapplied cash, working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners as needed to resolve issues promptly.</li><li>Data Analysis: Analyze trends and patterns in unapplied cash transactions to identify root causes of discrepancies and implement solutions to prevent recurrence.</li><li>Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and enhance reconciliation processes and controls to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and mitigate risks.</li><li>Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of reconciliation activities and provide regular reports to management on the status of unapplied cash accounts.</li><li>Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Treasury, to ensure alignment and consistency in financial transactions and reporting.</li><li>Compliance: Ensure compliance with internal policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements related to accounts receivable and unapplied cash management. </li></ul>Requirements <ul><li> Ability to effectively interact, verbally and in writing, with functional department managers</li><li> Strong time management and organizational skills</li><li> Competence with financial data analysis and report generation that is prompt and accurate</li><li> Skillful in analytical, quantitative and social skills</li><li> Minimum 5-7 years of overall general accounting experience</li><li> D365 experience highly desired</li><li> Accounts Receivable (AR) experience</li><li> Deep understanding of Balance Sheet Account Reconciliation</li><li> Unapplied Cash experience</li><li> Foundational knowledge in Month-end Close Activities</li><li> Ability to prioritize work and balance multiple projects and deadlines</li><li> Self-starter with efficient time management and organizational skills</li><li> Skilled with ERP systems</li><li> High attention to detail and possesses excellent organizational and writing skills</li><li> Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high pressure environment, to prioritize deals and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent</li><li> SOX internal control assessments (Section 404) experience</li><li> BA/BS in Accounting, CPA credentials are preferred </li></ul>Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit © 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to

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