<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Associate to join our client's team in Saint Louis, Missouri. In this role, you will handle a variety of accounting tasks including managing accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring accuracy in transactional duties, and supporting special projects. This is a permanent, onsite position within a dynamic and growing organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process invoices using a three-way matching system, ensuring accurate coding with General Ledger accounts and resolving discrepancies.</p><p>• Analyze freight invoices for potential overcharges and reconcile freight claims with carriers.</p><p>• Review and validate weekly billing reports from carrier portals to ensure accuracy.</p><p>• Handle billing and payment processing tasks efficiently, maintaining accurate records.</p><p>• Maintain customer accounts, including reactivating inactive accounts when necessary.</p><p>• Apply payments to accounts and proactively manage collections to minimize outstanding balances.</p><p>• Perform bank reconciliations to ensure financial records are accurate and up-to-date.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team on a contract basis in Ofallon, Illinois. This role requires a highly skilled and detail-oriented individual to oversee core accounting functions and provide leadership to the accounting team during a transitional period. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise and a proven ability to maintain financial accuracy and operational continuity.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage all aspects of the general ledger, including journal entries, reconciliations, and ensuring account accuracy.</p><p>• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes to guarantee timely vendor payments and customer collections.</p><p>• Administer payroll operations, ensuring compliance and accurate compensation for employees.</p><p>• Monitor cash management activities, including liquidity, cash flow, and credit card transactions.</p><p>• Lead the monthly financial close process and prepare comprehensive financial reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.</p><p>• Provide direct supervision to three team leaders managing approximately 12 accounting staff, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance.</p><p>• Offer coaching and guidance to the accounting team to uphold accuracy and timeliness in financial operations.</p><p>• Utilize Sage Intacct software for effective financial reporting and process management.</p><p>• Conduct advanced financial analysis and modeling using Microsoft Excel.</p><p>• Ensure seamless transition and knowledge transfer during the onboarding period, maintaining stability in reporting deadlines.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to manage and resolve balance sheet discrepancies across a portfolio of retail locations. This contract position involves conducting comprehensive diagnostics, implementing corrective measures, and ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The role requires strong analytical skills, forensic accounting expertise, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct detailed reviews of balance sheets across multiple retail locations to identify errors and discrepancies.<br>• Perform targeted corrections on key accounts, including cash, intercompany transactions, inventory, and accrued liabilities.<br>• Investigate and resolve recurring issues caused by operational, procedural, or system-related inefficiencies.<br>• Ensure all adjustments comply with GAAP standards and are documented with clear audit trails.<br>• Collaborate with internal finance teams and external auditors to provide updates and summaries of findings.<br>• Prepare concise reports detailing progress, resolutions, and any identified root causes.<br>• Utilize accounting systems and reconciliation tools effectively to trace and correct transactional flows.<br>• Provide recommendations to prevent future balance sheet discrepancies through improved processes or systems.<br>• Engage in on-site reviews when necessary to ensure accurate remediation across all locations.<br>• Maintain clear and attentive communication with stakeholders, including finance, operations, and IT teams.
