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Sr. Accountant
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support a healthcare organization in McLean, Virginia through a Long-term Contract assignment. This role will provide critical accounting coverage while the team fills a permanent opening and will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial reporting during the monthly close cycle. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, especially in ASC 606, along with a hands-on approach to reconciliations, analysis, and general ledger activities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain the accuracy and completeness of the general ledger.<br>• Apply ASC 606 guidance to recognize revenue for contracts with healthcare provider customers and ensure compliance with accounting standards.<br>• Perform detailed account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items in a timely manner.<br>• Analyze financial fluctuations and explain period-over-period variances to support month-end reporting.<br>• Assist with close-related accounting tasks and provide dependable support across ad hoc activities tied to the monthly reporting process.<br>• Partner with accounting leadership to help sustain continuity in day-to-day operations during the interim coverage period.
<p>• Proven experience working as a Senior Accountant or in a similar-level accounting role.</p><p>• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting and journal entry preparation.</p><p>• Demonstrated expertise in account reconciliations and resolving balance sheet discrepancies.</p><p>• Solid understanding of ASC 606 and its application to revenue recognition.</p><p>• Ability to perform variance analysis and communicate key financial drivers clearly.</p><p>• Experience supporting month-end close activities in a fast-paced environment.</p>
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  • McLean, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 45 - 55 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support a healthcare organization in McLean, Virginia through a Long-term Contract assignment. This role will provide critical accounting coverage while the team fills a permanent opening and will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial reporting during the monthly close cycle. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, especially in ASC 606, along with a hands-on approach to reconciliations, analysis, and general ledger activities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain the accuracy and completeness of the general ledger.<br>• Apply ASC 606 guidance to recognize revenue for contracts with healthcare provider customers and ensure compliance with accounting standards.<br>• Perform detailed account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items in a timely manner.<br>• Analyze financial fluctuations and explain period-over-period variances to support month-end reporting.<br>• Assist with close-related accounting tasks and provide dependable support across ad hoc activities tied to the monthly reporting process.<br>• Partner with accounting leadership to help sustain continuity in day-to-day operations during the interim coverage period.
  • 2026-08-12T00:00:00Z

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