Accounting Specialist

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Job Title: Accounting Specialist

Location: Londonderry, NH (Local candidates preferred)

Employment Type: W2 Contract

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Specialist to support general and cost accounting functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls, with prior experience in managing complex accounting processes and teams. This position involves working closely with various internal departments to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP and corporate policies.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain accounts and records for general and cost accounting functions

Manage accounting systems including journal entries, general ledger, AR/AP, and revenue reconciliation

Prepare income statements, balance sheets, P&L statements, and other financial reports

Analyze financial data and allocate costs across labor, equipment, depreciation, and other areas

Conduct month-end and quarter-end close procedures, including variance analysis (Balance Sheet & P&L)

Review and approve journal entries and manual entries

Perform account reconciliations

Oversee inventory year-end physical counts

Review contract worksheets and revenue-related documentation

Support compliance and internal control efforts, including SOX and ICFR audits

Prepare disclosures (e.g., Webforms) and representation letters

Provide support for government audits and regulatory issues

Collaborate with teams on tax submissions (sales and use tax) and understand rate impacts

Lead and contribute to process improvements and operational initiatives

Assist with year-end close and financial statement preparation

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)

8–10 years of progressive accounting experience

Prior experience in personnel management and/or as a Controller

In-depth knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls

Strong understanding of AR/AP processes, cash collections, and aging reports

Familiarity with inventory accounting and cost tracking

Experience supporting SOX compliance and working with audit teams

Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

Strong system and Excel skills; ERP experience preferred

Note: This role is for W2 candidates only. Remote work is not available — candidates must be located near Londonderry, NH.

Job Types: Contract, Temporary, Temp-to-hire

Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Experience:

Progressive accounting: 8 years (Required)

personnel management and/or as a Controller: 5 years (Required)

SOX compliance: 4 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Londonderry, NH 03053 (Required)

Work Location: In person