Senior Staff Accountant - Temporary at CornerStone Professional Placement

Senior Staff Accountant (Temporary Assignment) Location Irving, Texas Onsite COMPENSATION & SCHEDULE $45-$50 per hour (based on experience) Full-time, Monday-Friday Temporary assignment through November Start Date: ASAP ROLE IMPACT The Senior Staff Accountant will play a key role in supporting critical accounting operations during a high-impact period. This position ensures accuracy across lease accounting, inventory, and revenue streams while maintaining strong financial controls. Success in this role means delivering clean month-end closes, accurate reconciliations, and reliable financial reporting that leadership can trust. Responsibilities Manage ASC 842 lease accounting, including accurate tracking and reporting of lease activity Post and review rent activity to ensure proper recognition and compliance Oversee inventory accounting and ensure accurate cost tracking and valuation Perform store sales accounting and revenue reconciliations Handle property tax accounting and related entries Manage gift card program accounting and liability tracking Maintain general ledger accuracy and integrity Lead and support month-end close activities, ensuring deadlines are met Conduct detailed P&L reviews to identify variances and trends Prepare and post accruals and adjusting journal entries Perform balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies Ensure strict adherence to debits and credits and overall GAAP compliance Minimum Qualifications 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience Strong hands-on experience with general ledger, month-end close, and reconciliations Solid understanding of debits, credits, and GAAP principles Preferred Skills Experience with ASC 842 lease accounting Background in retail, multi-location, or inventory-driven environments Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines