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14 results for Forensic Accountant in Hickory, NC

Accountant
  • Huntersville, NC
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 33.25 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Accountant to support core financial operations for an organization based in North Carolina. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can manage day-to-day accounting activities, maintain accurate records, and contribute to a well-organized month-end process. The position offers the chance to work across multiple accounting functions while helping ensure timely and reliable financial reporting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and within established timelines.<br>• Prepare and record journal entries to maintain complete and accurate financial data in the general ledger.<br>• Reconcile bank accounts and investigate discrepancies to support the integrity of cash records.<br>• Review account balances and supporting documentation to help maintain accurate monthly financial reporting.<br>• Assist with month-end and periodic close activities by organizing entries, reconciliations, and related accounting support.<br>• Monitor accounting records for accuracy and follow up on outstanding items to keep financial information current and complete.
  • 2026-09-09T00:00:00Z
Audit Specialist
  • Charlotte, NC
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 70 - 85 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client, a leading global bank, is seeking an experienced <strong>IT Auditor</strong> to support a regulatory-focused audit project centered on <strong>Enterprise Change Management (ECM)</strong> controls within AML/BSA technology environments.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Execute control testing and audit procedures related to <strong>Enterprise Change Management </strong>(e.g. system development, change approvals, migrations, production releases etc.)</li><li>Assess the design and operating effectiveness of IT controls supporting <strong>AML/BSA compliance programs</strong>, including transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and customer risk management platforms.</li><li>Identify control gaps, document audit findings, and provide recommendations to enhance compliance with internal policies, regulatory expectations, and audit standards.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-04T00:00:00Z
Accounting Specialist
  • Huntersville, NC
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 28 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support essential financial operations for an education-focused organization in Huntersville, North Carolina. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage recurring accounting activities with accuracy, maintain organized records, and contribute to timely financial reporting. The role offers the opportunity to work across billing, reconciliations, and student-related financial transactions while helping ensure dependable month-end and quarterly close processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform detailed reconciliations of general ledger accounts and investigate variances to maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Support month-end closing activities by preparing entries, validating balances, and ensuring reporting deadlines are met.<br>• Process tuition-related transactions, prepare invoices, and maintain billing records with a high level of accuracy.<br>• Assist with scholarship-related accounting tasks, including tracking awards and recording associated financial activity.<br>• Prepare and organize quarterly financial reports by compiling data, reviewing supporting documentation, and confirming completeness.<br>• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including reviewing transactions and resolving discrepancies.<br>• Maintain accounting documentation and support routine financial operations in alignment with established procedures.
  • 2026-09-15T00:00:00Z
Financial Analyst
  • Statesville, NC
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our team in Statesville, North Carolina. In this role, you will play a key part in analyzing financial data, preparing reports, and delivering insights that guide strategic decision-making. If you have a strong aptitude for numbers and a passion for financial modeling, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to evaluate business performance and identify trends.<br>• Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasting and decision-making processes.<br>• Perform ad hoc financial analyses to address specific business needs and provide actionable insights.<br>• Analyze variances between planned and actual financial outcomes, identifying root causes and areas for improvement.<br>• Utilize data mining techniques to extract and interpret financial data from various sources.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and recommendations.<br>• Prepare detailed financial reports and presentations for management.<br>• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data by verifying and reconciling discrepancies.<br>• Monitor industry trends and economic conditions to assess their potential impact on financial performance.<br>• Support budgeting and planning activities by providing accurate and timely financial projections.
  • 2026-08-24T00:00:00Z
Financial Analyst
  • Charlotte, NC
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join a long-term contract opportunity in Denver, Colorado. This position will focus on quality review and investigative analysis within financial crimes compliance, helping ensure casework meets internal standards and regulatory expectations. The role is ideal for someone who can evaluate complex activity, apply sound judgment, and produce clear documentation in a highly controlled environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Examine alerts and completed investigations to verify accuracy, completeness, and adherence to quality expectations.</p><p>• Evaluate transactional activity and supporting research to decide whether additional escalation is warranted.</p><p>• Analyze investigative results to identify situations that may justify recommending a Suspicious Activity Report.</p><p>• Prepare thorough, well-organized summaries that align with compliance guidelines and regulatory standards.</p><p>• Apply critical thinking to identify inconsistencies, gaps, or risk indicators within reviewed cases.</p><p>• Use Excel and data analysis techniques to interpret findings, spot trends, and support review decisions.</p><p>• Partner with compliance and risk stakeholders to promote consistent review practices and strong case quality.</p>
  • 2026-09-16T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Charlotte, NC
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 42.75 - 49.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join our team in Charlotte, North Carolina on a contract-to-permanent basis. This role is ideal for someone who can step into a complex asset environment, bring structure to incomplete or inconsistent records, and help create practical accounting solutions. The position focuses on<strong> fixed asset and inventory-related accounting,</strong> month-end activities, and reconciliation work, with occasional travel that may be required to support cycle count activities at various sites.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead month-end close activities related to fixed assets, inventory, and general ledger accounting to ensure timely and accurate reporting.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining clear support for asset activity, depreciation, and related balance sheet accounts.</p><p>• Reconcile general ledger accounts, bank activity, and asset records to identify discrepancies and resolve outstanding issues.</p><p>• Analyze inventory and asset data from third-party and subsidiary systems to support proper classification, valuation, and accounting treatment.</p><p>• Develop practical approaches for organizing complex or incomplete asset records, especially where rented equipment or items require fixed asset accounting treatment.</p><p>• Coordinate and facilitate cycle counts or physical verification efforts at operating locations, including occasional travel when needed.</p><p>• Maintain fixed asset schedules and ledgers, including additions, disposals, transfers, and depreciation tracking.</p><p>• Partner with internal stakeholders to improve accuracy in annual inventory reviews, asset inventory reporting, and audit readiness.</p><p>• Support accounting processes involving NetSuite and related asset tracking tools to strengthen reporting and control over fixed assets.</p>
  • 2026-09-14T00:00:00Z
Audit Manager
  • Charlotte, NC
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Remote Contract- 4 weeks </p><p>We are looking for an experienced Audit Manager to support an annual internal audit engagement remote for a financial services organization. This is a contract position suited for a senior audit specialist who can independently assess compliance, evaluate control effectiveness, and produce clear audit documentation in a remote work setting. The role requires strong knowledge of banking operations, ACH and Nacha-related requirements, and established audit practices within regulated environments.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the annual internal audit review by planning and carrying out testing across relevant operational processes and control activities.</p><p>• Examine adherence to applicable organizational rules, banking standards, and industry expectations, with particular attention to ACH and Nacha requirements.</p><p>• Analyze the design of internal controls and determine whether those controls are functioning effectively in practice.</p><p>• Perform detailed audit procedures, record test results, and translate observations into well-supported findings and practical recommendations.</p><p>• Prepare organized workpapers and maintain thorough supporting evidence that aligns with established audit standards.</p><p>• Present audit issues, risk themes, and improvement opportunities to stakeholders in a clear and effective manner.</p><p>• Work autonomously in a remote environment while managing deliverables and timelines throughout the engagement.</p><p>• Contribute to the completion of the engagement over the full contract period, with an expected total effort of approximately 200 hours.</p>
  • 2026-09-16T00:00:00Z
Accountant Intermediate
  • Charlotte, NC
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an organized and detail-oriented Accountant Intermediate to join a Contract position based in Brooklyn, New York. This opportunity is well suited for an early-career finance candidate or entry-level applicant with relevant internship experience who is eager to build expertise in commercial lending and loan closing activities. The role supports transaction execution from initial mandate through closing and works closely with internal partners and clients in a fully on-site environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Partner with relationship managers, treasury teams, and credit teams to move loan transactions efficiently from approval through closing.<br>• Analyze credit agreements and other legal documents to identify operational requirements, potential issues, and execution considerations.<br>• Communicate directly with clients to collect required closing materials, clarify outstanding items, and keep deliverables on schedule.<br>• Assemble and distribute closing packages while confirming that documentation meets established credit terms and asset-related conditions.<br>• Provide day-to-day coordination across stakeholders to help ensure a smooth deal process and address issues before they delay execution.<br>• Apply sound judgment and problem-solving skills to support transaction readiness and resolve documentation or process-related concerns.<br>• Take part in initiatives that strengthen workflows, improve procedures, and increase the overall quality of lending operations.
  • 2026-08-28T00:00:00Z
Accountant Advanced (>6 years)
  • Charlotte, NC
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 44 - 44 USD / Hourly
  • <ul><li><strong>Position:</strong> Accountant Advanced / Syndicated Loan Servicing Specialist (Contract-to-Hire)</li><li><strong>Location:</strong> 4201 Congress Street, Charlotte, NC 28209</li><li><strong>Schedule:</strong> Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (100% Onsite)</li><li><strong>Required Experience:</strong> 15+ years of Commercial Lending, Asset-Based Lending, or Syndicated Loan Servicing Experience</li><li><strong>Interview Process:</strong> Up to 2 Zoom Interviews</li></ul><p><strong>Job Description</strong></p><p>In this role, you will provide operational support for syndicated and bilateral loans tied to some of the largest and most sophisticated corporate loan transactions in the market. You will serve as a primary point of contact for borrowers, lenders, and internal business partners while delivering an exceptional servicing experience.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide deal origination and execution support to Asset Based Lending (ABL) deal teams.</li><li>Serve as the primary loan servicing contact for internal and external clients.</li><li>Read, interpret, and analyze complex syndicated and bilateral credit agreements.</li><li>Review new deals, restructures, and amendments to ensure accurate system setup and compliance.</li><li>Process and oversee funding activities, repricings, payments, and loan transactions.</li><li>Calculate and monitor complex interest and fee accruals.</li><li>Reconcile daily funding and payment activity while ensuring accurate cash movement.</li><li>Partner with attorneys and internal stakeholders on documentation and servicing requirements.</li><li>Deliver best-in-class customer service to borrowers, lenders, and business partners.</li></ul><p><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li><strong>15+ years of Commercial Lending, Loan Servicing, Asset-Based Lending, or Syndicated Lending experience (REQUIRED).</strong></li><li>Strong experience supporting syndicated and bilateral loan transactions.</li><li>Experience reading and interpreting credit agreements and legal loan documentation.</li><li>Client-facing experience with strong relationship management skills.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel.</li><li>Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>Self-starter with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.</li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>LoanIQ experience.</li><li>Syndicated loan servicing background.</li><li>Asset-Based Lending (ABL) experience.</li><li>Corporate banking or wholesale lending experience.</li><li>Experience managing a client portfolio.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-10T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Charlotte, NC
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead the financial operations of a growing legal organization in Charlotte, North Carolina. This position serves as a key advisor to firm leadership, combining hands-on accounting oversight with strategic financial guidance. The role is well suited for an individual who can strengthen reporting accuracy, support planning efforts, and help build effective processes across finance and operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily accounting activities, ensuring accurate recordkeeping and reliable financial oversight across the firm.<br>• Maintain the general ledger, review reconciliations, and verify that financial data is complete and properly supported.<br>• Manage cash-based accounting processes, including bank account reconciliation and ongoing cash management coordination.<br>• Oversee trust accounting functions and confirm that related transactions and balances are reconciled accurately.<br>• Prepare recurring financial reports and analysis for leadership to support operational and strategic decisions.<br>• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, supporting schedules, and documentation readiness.<br>• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to improve financial visibility and planning.<br>• Supervise payroll and benefits-related financial processes, working with external providers and internal staff to ensure timely and accurate execution.<br>• Monitor financial activity for inconsistencies, unusual transactions, or emerging issues, and recommend corrective action when needed.<br>• Collaborate with outside accounting advisors and other financial partners to support audits, compliance, and reporting needs.
  • 2026-09-08T00:00:00Z
Sales Tax/ Indirect Tax Accountant
  • Concord, NC
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a skilled Sales Tax/Indirect Tax Accountant to join our team in Concord, North Carolina. In this role, you will play a key part in managing tax compliance, ensuring accurate reporting, and contributing to the company&#39;s overall financial integrity. This position offers an opportunity to leverage your expertise in corporate and indirect taxes while working closely with cross-functional teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and review corporate income and sales tax returns to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.<br>• Conduct tax research and provide insights to support decision-making processes and ensure adherence to evolving tax laws.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to complete annual income tax provisions and related documentation.<br>• Analyze financial data to identify tax-saving opportunities and minimize liabilities.<br>• Assist in audits and respond to inquiries from tax authorities with timely and accurate information.<br>• Maintain detailed records of tax filings and compliance activities for organizational reference.<br>• Monitor changes in tax regulations and implement necessary adjustments to the company’s tax processes.<br>• Support the preparation and filing of sales and use tax returns across multiple jurisdictions.<br>• Work closely with external consultants or auditors to facilitate smooth tax reporting and compliance processes.<br>• Provide guidance and training to less experienced staff on tax-related matters and best practices.
  • 2026-08-24T00:00:00Z
Tax Manager - Public
  • Cornelius, NC
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join a public accounting firm serving clients from Cornelius, North Carolina. This role leads complex tax engagements, provides strategic guidance on compliance and planning matters, and helps ensure high-quality service across a diverse client base. The ideal candidate brings strong technical tax knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while supporting client relationships and team performance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the preparation and review of corporate tax filings, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable regulations.<br>• Oversee annual income tax provision work and analyze supporting schedules to deliver complete and reliable reporting.<br>• Advise clients on tax planning strategies, entity structure considerations, and the implications of new business formations.<br>• Manage sales and use tax activities, including filings, research, and issue resolution using relevant tax software tools.<br>• Supervise engagement workflows, delegate assignments effectively, and review work products to maintain quality standards.<br>• Serve as a primary point of contact for client tax matters, responding to questions and presenting practical recommendations.<br>• Conduct technical research on complex tax issues and translate findings into clear guidance for clients and internal teams.<br>• Support process improvements within the tax function, including updates to software usage and engagement procedures when needed.
  • 2026-08-24T00:00:00Z
Investment Accounting Associate
  • Charlotte, NC
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an Investment Accounting Associate to join our team in Charlotte, North Carolina. This position offers the chance to contribute to a growing private investment firm where you will support core financial operations, reporting, and compliance activities while working closely with firm leadership. The role is ideal for a hands-on accounting specialist who thrives in an entrepreneurial setting and enjoys partnering across both the firm and its portfolio companies. You will play an important part in strengthening financial processes and delivering accurate, timely information to internal stakeholders and investors.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily accounting activities across the firm, including general ledger maintenance, payables, receivables, journal entries, and month-end close.<br>• Produce financial statements and internal management reports that provide leadership with clear and timely insight into performance.<br>• Strengthen accounting structures by maintaining the chart of accounts, supporting internal controls, and completing account and bank reconciliations.<br>• Monitor liquidity, coordinate treasury activity, and serve as a key contact for banking relationships and cash management matters.<br>• Partner with outside tax advisors to support preparation and filing of federal, state, and local tax documents, including partnership returns, K-1 reporting, and related entity filings.<br>• Administer investor-related financial processes such as capital calls, distributions, record maintenance, and reporting through the firm’s investor systems.<br>• Prepare recurring investor materials, including periodic financial updates, capital account information, and performance reporting packages.<br>• Support fund economics by calculating management fees and carried interest in line with governing agreements.<br>• Lead the quarterly valuation support process for portfolio holdings, coordinating with external valuation specialists when needed and summarizing conclusions for leadership.<br>• Track portfolio company results against budgets and investment assumptions while maintaining organized investment-level financial records and key operating metrics.
  • 2026-08-31T00:00:00Z
Sr Staff Accountant
  • Mooresville, NC
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Sr Staff Accountant to support financial operations and reporting for a growing organization in Mooresville, North Carolina. This role is ideal for someone who brings strong technical accounting knowledge, stays organized in a fast-paced setting, and can manage multiple priorities across entities and locations. The successful candidate will contribute to accurate reporting, daily accounting activities, and process improvements that strengthen the overall finance function.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and deliver recurring financial statements, supporting schedules, and required disclosures for local leadership and corporate stakeholders.<br>• Oversee customer invoicing activities, monitor outstanding receivables, and respond to billing questions to help maintain accurate account balances.<br>• Handle accounting responsibilities across more than one company and location while maintaining consistency and control in financial records.<br>• Support accounts payable operations by entering invoices, coordinating vendor disbursements, and helping ensure timely payment processing.<br>• Complete reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and other balance sheet accounts to confirm accuracy and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Review and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances to ensure alignment between related entities.<br>• Assist with payroll administration and statutory payroll-related tasks, ensuring payroll is processed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities by compiling financial data and supporting planning analysis.<br>• Produce custom financial analyses, management reports, and other requested deliverables, while also assisting with special projects and finance process updates as business needs evolve.
  • 2026-08-31T00:00:00Z