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Job Title: Interim Senior Accountant
Compensation: $40–$50 per hour (based on experience)
Duration: 3–6+ months (with potential for extension)
Overview: E57 Partners is engaged on behalf of our client, a private equity-backed portfolio company, to identify a highly hands-on, detail-oriented Interim Senior Accountant. This role is built for someone who is comfortable operating in the weeds — executing day-to-day accounting while helping bring structure, discipline, and accuracy to the financial function. The Interim Senior Accountant will play a critical role in supporting and building the month-end close process, improving reporting, and assisting with ongoing system and process enhancements.
Key Responsibilities
Day-to-Day:
  • Accounting Execution
  • Perform full-cycle accounting activities including journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance
  • Support AR/AP, accruals, and fixed asset accounting as needed
  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data across all transactions
  • Month-End Close Support & Buildout
  • Assist in building and executing a structured month-end close process
  • Prepare and post journal entries, complete reconciliations, and support close timelines
  • Help document workflows and create repeatable close procedures
  • System Transformation & Process Improvement
  • Support ERP/system implementation, upgrades, or optimizations
  • Assist in cleaning up data and improving system integrity
  • Identify inefficiencies and contribute to process improvements across the accounting function
  • Financial Reporting SupportAssist in the preparation of monthly financial statements and reporting packages
  • Support variance analysis and provide insight into financial performance
  • Ensure reporting is accurate, timely, and aligned with leadership expectations
  • Audit & Compliance SupportAssist with audit readiness, including reconciliations and documentation
  • Support internal controls and adherence to accounting policies
  • Coordinate with external auditors and advisors as needed
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance 4+ years of accounting experience, with strong exposure to month-end close
  • Experience in private equity-backed or high-growth environments preferred
  • Strong understanding of GAAP fundamentals
  • Hands-on experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, QuickBooks, or similar)
  • Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)
What We’re Looking For:
  • A detail-oriented, roll-up-your-sleeves professional who enjoys working in the weeds
  • Someone who thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments
  • A proactive team member who takes ownership of their work and drives tasks to completion
  • Strong communicator who can work effectively across teams
Why This RoleThis is an opportunity to step into a high-impact role within a private equity-backed environment and contribute immediately. You will play a key role in strengthening the accounting foundation, improving processes, and supporting leadership with accurate and timely financial information.

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JOB OVERVIEW

Salary

$40–$50 per hour

Experience level

Senior

Location

Orlando, FL

Occupation

Accountants and Auditors

Industry

Other Accounting Services

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