Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. UHY Resource Solutions is seeking an Accounting Cleanup Consultant for a project-based engagement. The consultant will review historical accounts payable and general ledger activity, investigate discrepancies, reconcile transactions, prepare documented accounting corrections, and coordinate findings with the finance team.
Responsibilities
- Review historical accounts payable registers, payment records, and general ledger activity to identify potential coding or posting discrepancies
- Trace transactions to invoices, receipts, payment documentation, and other available records to establish appropriate accounting treatment
- Reconcile accounts payable activity and related general ledger balances; isolate unresolved and potentially misclassified items
- Research incomplete records, investigate exceptions, and collaborate with accounting personnel to determine appropriate expense classifications
- Prepare correcting journal entries and supporting reconciliations for review and approval
- Maintain a clear record of research, accounting decisions, proposed adjustments, and supporting documentation
- Coordinate with finance leadership and operational personnel without disrupting ongoing accounting priorities
- Summarize findings, outstanding items, and completed corrections to support an orderly project handoff
Skills
- 10+ years of relevant accounting experience, including substantial hands-on accounts payable, general ledger reconciliation, and accounting cleanup work
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience researching historical transactions, resolving discrepancies, and documenting accurate accounting adjustments
- Ability to work effectively with incomplete records and limited source documentation while exercising sound professional judgment
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills and familiarity with ERP/AP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Workday, or comparable systems
- Ability to enter an unfamiliar accounting environment, establish priorities quickly, and independently deliver results with limited ramp-up
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to coordinate with accounting stakeholders and clearly document conclusions
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship
- Governmental or nonprofit accounting experience strongly preferred; experience with grant-funded expenditures is particularly relevant
- Prior consulting, interim, project-based, advisory, or professional-services experience strongly preferred; ability to balance competing priorities and support practical process improvements
Benefits
- Remote within the United States
- Collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is valued
- Group health insurance
- Dental and vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement plans
- Generous paid time off (PTO) allowances
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