Senior Accountant

Job Title: Senior Accountant - Contract to hireLocation: On-Site - Full-time (Option for hybrid) Southside IndianapolisPay: $40-$45 per hourJob Description: This role requires an individual with a strong background in accounting, adept at managing financial records and processes, particularly in Accounts Payable and vendor management. The position requires onsite presence with the possibility of hybrid work arrangements under consulting conditions.Job Duties:Reconcile processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances.Process invoices into the ERP system daily, ensuring timely tracking and approval of purchase orders for payment.Manage vendor payments efficiently, looking out for discount opportunities, verifying federal ID numbers, scheduling, and preparing checks.Resolve discrepancies in purchase orders, contracts, invoices, or payments, ensuring credit for outstanding memos and issuing stop-payments when necessary.Reconcile vendor accounts monthly and ensure accurate inventory receivables against vendor commercial invoices.Oversee the reconciliation of commercial invoices with freight and customs invoices.Monitor credit card charges, identify payment discrepancies, refunds, returns, and manage employee credit card statements and receipts.Allocate expenses accurately to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoice and expense reports.Ensure a timely balance of Accounts Payable to meet monthly close deadlines.Maintain historical records through digital filing and scanning of paper documents.Coordinate trade show and travel expenses, ensuring compliance and budget adherence.Uphold the organization's value by keeping information confidential and staying updated with accounting best practices.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in accounting preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience.2-5 years of experience in accounting, demonstrating comprehensive knowledge and application of accounting principles.Essential to have current experience with Great Plains.Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.Demonstrated attention to detail, objectivity, and thoroughness in financial analysis.Ability to understand and comply with company policies and procedures.Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and highly developed interpersonal skills.Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment.Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.Self-directed and capable of working independently or as part of a team in a collaborative environment.Skills:Advanced proficiency in accounting software, particularly Great Plains.Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite for reporting and analysis.Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a customer service-oriented mindset.Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.