Accountant - 6 month contract position
Remote -
MUST LIVE in Washington State - no exceptions The ideal candidate will be involved with preparing financial reports and statements, bank reconciliations, and conducting cyclical audits. Moreover, the candidate must have strong interpersonal skills and possess a strong business acumen.
Responsibilities
Perform revenue recognition activities during the month end close, including reviewing customer contracts, order documents, service periods, amendments, variance analysis and related supporting data
Work in Sage Intacct's Contracts module and maintain accurate revenue-related accounting records
Prepare journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, account analyses, and supporting schedules
Review monthly commission files, validate calculations and accounting treatment, and coordinate with Finance partners on accruals, true-ups, and related entries
Investigate variances, research discrepancies, and resolve issues with appropriate stakeholders
Use Salesforce to review contract opportunities, customers, and revenue-related information
Apply US GAAP and company accounting policies consistently, escalating unusual or complex transactions when appropriate
Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities and help maintain an efficient close calendar
Prepare clear, audit-ready workpapers and respond to internal and external audit requests
Partner with Revenue Operations to evaluate transaction data and ensure accounting implications are understood and addressed
Coordinate with Accounts Payable/Receivable, HR, and other cross-functional teams to obtain complete and accurate information
Contribute to special projects and other accounting initiatives as needed
Qualifications
Experience with Sage Intacct and Sage Intacct Contract's module strongly preferred
3+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience with revenue accounting, commissions, and month-end close
Working knowledge of US GAAP and revenue recognition principles, preferably ASC 606
Experience preparing journal entries, reconciliations, account analyses, and audit support schedules
Experience reviewing SaaS contracts, order forms, amendments, service periods, or similar commercial documentation
Experience working with Salesforce or another CRM to support accounting or revenue processes preferred
Excel spreadsheet skills, including the ability to analyze large data sets and build reliable supporting schedules
High attention to detail and a disciplined approach to documentation and control execution
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain accounting topics to non-accounting partners
Ability to work independently, manage competing deadlines, and collaborate effectively in a remote environment