Role Overview
Mercor is partnering with a financial services firm to support a series of core accounting operations projects. We are looking for experienced accounting professionals to assist with high-priority workflows related to bank reconciliations, journal entries, accounts payable/receivable, asset depreciation, and more. These tasks are essential for accurate financial reporting and audit readiness. This is a flexible, short-term contract opportunity well-suited for detail-oriented experts in accounting operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Reconcile bank statements against the general ledger and document all reconciling items
* Post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and account codes
* Enter and code accounts payable invoices, matching to purchase orders when required
* Apply incoming cash receipts to outstanding accounts receivable
* Calculate monthly depreciation for fixed assets and post related journal entries
* Perform AP/AR subledger to general ledger reconciliations
* Reconcile intercompany transactions and prepare elimination entries for consolidation
* Match credit card expenses with receipts, flag discrepancies, and reconcile to GL
* Maintain prepaid amortization schedules and post monthly expenses
* Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies
* Compile monthly financial statements and perform balance sheet flux analysis
* Analyze budget vs. actual variances and document material explanations
* Resolve three-way invoice matching exceptions in the AP system
* Estimate and post accruals for month-end close
* Prepare audit schedules tied to the trial balance and compile supporting documentation
Ideal Qualifications
* 5+ years of experience in accounting, audit, or financial operations
* Familiarity with systems like QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or SAP
* Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial close processes
* Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
* Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills
* Experience with Excel-based reconciliations and journal entry preparation
More About the Opportunity
* Remote and asynchronous — control your own work schedule
* Expected commitment: min 30 hours/week
* Project duration: ~6 weeks
Compensation & Contract Terms
* $75-100/hour
* Independent contractor arrangement
* Paid weekly via Stripe Connect
Application Process
* Submit your resume followed by domain expertise interview and short form
About Mercor
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