Senior Accountant - Consultant

Senior Accountant – Consultant

Location: Hybrid Role; Columbus, OH
Schedule: Monday – Friday, Standard Business Hours
Contract Type: Consultant Role (No potential for full-time hire; potential for extension)

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant – Consultant will play a critical role in supporting the accounting team during a transition period by managing core month-end close activities, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting. This position requires a hands-on professional with strong technical accounting expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP .

• Prepare and upload journal entries, ensuring appropriate documentation and approval.

• Perform and review balance sheet reconciliations , investigating significant variances and maintaining supporting schedules.

• Provide exception reports and analysis on unusual trends or results; resolve discrepancies through collaboration with internal teams.

• Assist with requests from external and internal auditors , providing timely documentation and audit support.

• Review departmental procedures and recommend improvements to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.

• Lead meetings with internal stakeholders to review account balances, accruals, and departmental financial activity.

• Provide financial analysis and act as a liaison between Accounting, FP&A, and business units to ensure accuracy of P&L statements.

• Use Microsoft Excel and AS-400 query tools to design and improve accounting models and automate reporting processes.

• Support ongoing initiatives to implement new accounting technologies and streamline workflows.

• Perform other ad hoc accounting and analysis duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Experience: 5 years of accounting experience with a strong focus on month-end close and reconciliations .

• Proficiency in journal entry preparation, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis.

• Demonstrated experience working closely with FP&A teams .

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel ; experience with AS-400 or similar ERP systems preferred.

• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and general ledger accounting processes.

• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Additional Details

• Contract Duration: 12 months with potential for extension.

• Conversion Potential: None (consultant-only role).

• Interview Process: Virtual interviews (1–2 rounds).

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.