Senior Financial Accountant - (Leading Company) at New Talent
Job Description
About the Senior Financial Accountant Opportunity
Looking to stay sharp, earn strong pay, and make an impact over the holidays?
Join a well-established, thriving company on Johns Island for a 3–4 month Financial Accounting contract that keeps your skills in motion while providing flexibility and stability during the season.
We’re seeking a hands-on, detail-driven accounting professional—someone who takes pride in accuracy, teamwork, and keeping operations running smoothly. This is a chance to step into a hands-on role, support a capable team, and make a tangible difference in a respected, growing organization.
Who The Financial Accountant Is?
- A Senior Accountant, Assistant Controller, or Controller-level professional who enjoys supporting the staff in every way possible.
- Someone who’s not afraid to roll up their sleeves and dive into the day-to-day work.
- Experienced in financial accounting, month-end close, and GAAP reporting.
- Confident working both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
- Positive, steady, and able to jump in quickly to keep things humming.
What the Financial Accountant Will Do
As the Contract Financial Accountant, you’ll work closely with the CFO and support day-to-day financial accounting activities alongside a talented staff of three.
Your focus: keeping everything running efficiently, accurately, and on schedule.
You’ll:
- Step in to support month-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, and reporting.
- Review and assist with general ledger activity, balance sheets, and P&L accuracy.
- Collaborate with staff accountants on AP, AR, account analysis, fixed assets, and cash management.
- Provide hands-on help wherever needed—whether it’s preparing schedules, answering audit requests, or mentoring team members.
- Keep the books tight and the team motivated while the manager is away.
Work Environment & Perks
- Hours: flexible early starts available for the early birds (some start at 7 AM or earlier)
- Schedule: 4 days in-office + 1 remote day per week
- Location: Johns Island, SC (Many employees commute from Summerville and Ladson)
- Compensation: Highly competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience
- Duration: ~3–4 months (flexible start and end date depending on your availability)
- Culture: Established, growing, and collaborative — people genuinely enjoy working here.
Why This Financial Accountant Role?
- Great pay over the holidays
- Step into a respected team with immediate impact
- Flexibility and stability while keeping your accounting skills sharp
- Potential to expand or return for future projects with the company
If you’re a skilled accounting professional who thrives in a fast-moving environment and enjoys variety, this is an ideal short-term opportunity with long-term relationships attached.
Apply today to join a team that values precision, partnership, and people
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