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Interim Senior Accountant

Date Posted: May 1, 2026

Job #1687565
Contract
Pawtucket, Rhode Island, USA
60 - 70 per hour (USD)

We have partnered with our client in their search for an Interim Senior Accountant.

Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant to support a growing finance team in a hands-on capacity. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial reporting, supporting the close process, and helping strengthen accounting operations in a dynamic environment.

This role is a W2 hourly interim position through Korn Ferry and requires hybrid onsite in the Providence, RI area.

Responsibilities:

  • Support and help drive the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
  • Maintain general ledger integrity and ensure compliance with GAAP
  • Prepare journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
  • Perform and review balance sheet reconciliations
  • Assist with financial reporting and variance analysis
  • Support audit readiness and documentation of accounting processes and policies
  • Manage bank reconciliations and assist with cash-related activities
  • Contribute to process improvements and overall efficiency within the accounting function
  • Partner with finance leadership on ad hoc projects and system/process enhancements

Skills Required:

  • Active CPA preferred (or in progress)
  • 3-5+ years of accounting experience, including public accounting or a strong corporate foundation
  • Solid understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles
  • Experience with month-end close and reconciliations
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced or evolving environment with a high degree of ownership
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Preferred Experience (Not Required):

  • Exposure to inventory or cost accounting
  • Experience in high-growth or changing environments
  • Involvement with system implementations or process improvements

Title: Interim Senior Accountant

Location: Providence, Rhode Island

Compensation: $60/hr. - $70/hr. W2

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