Description We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Accounting Consultant to join our team in Boston, Massachusetts. In this long-term contract role, you will leverage your expertise in general ledger accounting and financial processes to support the preparation of audit-ready financial statements. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in consumer goods accounting, inventory management, and trade discounts, ensuring accurate and efficient financial operations. Responsibilities: u2022 Conduct a thorough review of aged financial transactions and historical accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance. u2022 Manage the complete month-end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting. u2022 Oversee the accounting for inventory and purchase orders specific to consumer goods operations. u2022 Prepare and maintain accurate balance sheet accounts, ensuring proper classification and documentation. u2022 Utilize QuickBooks Enterprise and to streamline accounting workflows and ensure proper transaction tracking. u2022 Develop and implement processes to account for trade discounts and sales accruals effectively. u2022 Collaborate with internal teams to address urgent inquiries and meet critical deadlines. u2022 Provide expertise in preparing robust financial statements that are audit-ready and align with industry standards. u2022 Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records to maintain the integrity of the accounting system. u2022 Support financial audits by providing detailed documentation and analysis as required. Requirements u2022 Minimum of 5 years of experience in general ledger accounting, with a strong ability to manage the entire close process. u2022 Proven expertise in handling historical financial transactions and building audit-ready financial statements. u2022 Solid knowledge of inventory accounting and manufacturing industry practices. u2022 Experience with trade discounts, sales accruals, and consumer goods accounting. u2022 Proficiency in QuickBooks Enterprise and familiarity with . u2022 Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting and reconciliation. u2022 Ability to work part-time with flexibility during critical deadlines and respond promptly to urgent inquiries. u2022 Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with internal teams. Robert Half is the worldu2019s 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. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. 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 roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. u00a9 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking u201cApply Now,u201d youu2019re agreeing to Robert Halfu2019s Terms of Use (.
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Senior Accounting Consultant