Legacy Staffing has partnered with a world-class University in Cleveland, OH to hire an Accountant / Financial Analyst. This is a full-time, first-shift opportunity with a pay range of $25-33/hour based on experience and qualifications. This role focuses on financial analysis, account reconciliations, budgeting, Accounts Payable support, and process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys analyzing financial data, resolving discrepancies, and partnering with cross-functional teams to support accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and reconcile Procurement and Accounts Payable financial accounts.
- Oversee financial activity related to payable accounts, cash accounts, and purchasing card pass-through accounts.
- Analyze financial transactions, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding issues.
- Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, financial reports, and supporting documentation.
- Monitor budgets, analyze variances, and recommend corrective actions as needed.
- Collaborate with finance leadership on monthly reconciliations, financial reporting, and year-end activities.
- Coordinate internal and external audits related to Accounts Payable operations.
- Support vendor payment processes and respond to payment inquiries.
- Analyze vendor payment trends, payment cycles, and available discount opportunities.
- Assist with annual budgeting, forecasting, financial research, cost analysis, and special finance projects.
- Recommend and implement improvements to accounting processes, internal controls, and financial procedures.
- Support annual 1099 reporting and other departmental initiatives.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 3 to 5 years of professional accounting or finance experience.
- Strong experience with Budgeting, Financial reporting, General ledger accounting, Account reconciliations, and Journal entries
- Working knowledge of GAAP accounting principles.
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive financial information.
- Reliable attendance and ability to work collaboratively in a professional office environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting Accounts Payable operations.
- Knowledge of SOX compliance.
- Experience with PeopleSoft ERP.
- Experience analyzing vendor payment activity and financial trends.
Benefits Include:
- Affordable healthcare plans available for eligible employees.
- 401(k) with 4% company match after qualifying period and participation requirements are met.
- Weekly pay.
- Temp-to-hire opportunities with top companies across Ohio.
Legacy Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Contact Scott at 216-377-1109 or Scott@legacystaffing.com
for more information.
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