Accountant - Contract

New York, New York Temporary USD25 - USD36 per hour View Job Description
A non-profit organization is seeking a temporary Accounting professional to support a finance team undergoing transformation and clean-up. The role focuses on core accounting functions including bank reconciliations, journal entries, and accounts payable during a high-volume period.
  • Gain hands-on exposure to finance transformation work
  • Work directly with leadership on impactful projects

About Our Client

A mission-driven non-profit organization that has recently rebuilt its finance function following a full team transition. The team is focused on improving processes, resolving legacy issues, and strengthening financial accuracy and reporting.

Job Description

  • Perform bank reconciliations across 10+ accounts
  • Prepare and post journal entries
  • Support accounts payable processes and workflows
  • Assist with financial clean-up and process improvement initiatives
  • Follow established accounting procedures and documentation
  • Work closely with and take direction from the Controller
  • Support transaction processing tied to system integration (RAMP to Sage Intacct)

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • Proven experience with:
    • Bank reconciliations
    • Accounts payable
    • Journal entries
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Strong attention to detail, especially in clean-up environments
  • Technically proficient with strong Excel skills
  • Experience with:
    • Sage Intacct (preferred)
    • RAMP (highly preferred)
    • Bill.com (nice to have)
  • Quick learner with ability to adopt new systems quickly
  • Reliable hybrid working setup



What's on Offer

  • Proven experience with:
    • Bank reconciliations
    • Accounts payable
    • Journal entries
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Strong attention to detail, especially in clean-up environments
  • Technically proficient with strong Excel skills
  • Experience with:
    • Sage Intacct (preferred)
    • RAMP (highly preferred)
    • Bill.com (nice to have)
  • Quick learner with ability to adopt new systems quickly
  • Reliable hybrid working setup



Contact
Sarah Richards
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7059552

Job summary

Sector
Accounting
Sub Sector
Accountant/Bookkeeper
Industry
Not For Profit
Location
New York
Contract Type
Temporary
Consultant name
Sarah Richards
Job Reference
JN-072026-7059552