Description We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support a higher education organization on a contract basis. This opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist who can step into a fast-paced environment and help strengthen the accuracy and timeliness of financial operations. The role will focus on close activities, reconciliations, audit support, and resolution of outstanding accounting items while ensuring records align with the general ledger.

Responsibilities:
• Lead year-end closing support by preparing entries, reviewing balances, and helping ensure financial records are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Perform detailed bank reconciliations across a high volume of accounts, resolving aged items and clearing outstanding variances.
• Compare transactional activity to general ledger records and research mismatches to maintain accurate account balances.
• Prepare journal entries and supporting reconciliations for key accounts in accordance with acc...