Staff Accountant - Contract at Thorndale Partners in Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Temporary Staff Accountant

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Temporary Staff Accountant to join our team to support a high-volume period through February 2027. Working closely under the guidance of our Accounting Team Lead, you will play a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy, maintaining internal controls, and streamlining our year-end processes. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled accountant who thrives in a collaborative, hybrid environment and is ready to make an immediate impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with month-end & year-end close, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial statement variance analysis to ensure a timely and accurate closing process.
• Prepare schedules, gather documentation, and provide support for both interim and year-end external audit requests.
• Assist with the testing, documentation, and narrative write-ups of internal control procedures to ensure compliance.
• Support the tracking, reconciliation, and physical inventory verification of fixed assets.
• Provide operational support for other day-to-day accounting functions and special projects as assigned by the Team Lead.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of general corporate accounting experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables) and experience with mid-to-large ERP accounting systems.
• Previous experience assisting with external audits or internal control (ICS/SOX) testing is a strong plus.
• Strong organizational skills, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to hit the ground running with minimal supervision.