Temp Accounting Manager Covering Maternity Leave at Motive Companies

Details:Accounting Manager - Logistics and Air Freight IndustryTemporary Maternity Leave CoverageLos Angeles CA$65K to $80KBefore you read further ask yourself:* Do you thrive in fast-paced operational environments where accuracy matters every minute* Can you walk into a finance function quickly size up the workflow and start adding value without hand-holding* Are month-end reconciliations and QuickBooks second nature to you* When accounts dont tie out do you instinctively start troubleshooting instead of waiting for direction* Do you like being the person who keeps things running clean while a key team member is outIf youre nodding at these this assignment is built for you.About the RoleA major logistics and air-freight organization needs an Accounting Manager to step in during a maternity leave and keep the accounting engine moving. Youll get a full training runway through December and January before taking the lead during the leave period starting February 2026.This is hands-on high-visibility work where accuracy speed and ownership are everything.Timeline* Interviews start next week* Start first week of December* Training December and January* Leave coverage February through July or August 2026What Youll Handle* Journal entries* Bank reconciliations* Account reconciliations* Month-end close* Payment processing (checks bills expenses)* Maintaining bank accounts (transfers positive pay)* Partnering with Accounting to keep workflow smooth during the leave Details: What You Need* Strong QuickBooks fluency* Solid accounting fundamentals across JEs reconciliations and month-end* Experience in logistics transportation freight distribution or any high-volume operations environment is a big plus* Ability to learn quickly and work independently after training* 4 to 8 years of experience ideal for this type of assignmentWhy Candidates Like This Role* Clear expectations and timeline* Full handoff and training before you take over* A chance to step into a true Accounting Manager function without long-term commitment* Competitive compensation: 65K to 80KRequired Experience:Manager Key Skills Internal Audit,Supervising,Data Entry,Compliance,Customer Service,Accounting & Finance,General Ledger Accounting,IFRS,External Audit,Microsoft Excel,ERP,Payroll,Financial statement,ACCA,CPA Employment Type : Temp Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 65 - 80