Temporary Senior Accountant

OLLY
United States
Remote

Who this role is best for

E-commerce accounting professionals with US GAAP expertise and remote work capability will find this temporary role with a focus on DTC and Amazon revenue processes.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with proven experience in e-commerce platforms like Shopify and Amazon and a track record in month-end close processes
    — “4+ years of accounting experience, including month-end close, journal entries, and account reconciliations.”
  • Individuals who have managed revenue recognition and reconciliations in the CPG industry
    — “Experience with Shopify, Amazon Vendor Central, e-commerce accounting, or CPG preferred.”
  • Professionals comfortable with independent work in a remote environment and strong analytical skills
    — “Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently in a remote environment.”

Things to consider

  • The role requires a US-based candidate without sponsorship needs for the duration of the assignment
    — “Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.”
  • This is a temporary assignment, likely not leading to a long-term contract or permanent position
    — “3-6 month assignment.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your ability to manage complex reconciliations and resolve discrepancies quickly
    — “Partner cross-functionally to resolve accounting issues and improve accuracy and efficiency.”
  • Demonstrate your advanced Excel skills with examples of handling large transactional datasets
    — “Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large transactional datasets.”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Accurate and timely financial reporting
  • Effective reconciliation of financial transactions
Typical background
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance4+ years of accounting experience

Skills & requirements

Required

AccountingGAAPRevenue AccountingMonth-end CloseExcel

Preferred

ShopifyAmazon Vendor CentralPaylocity

Stack & domain

AccountingFinanceExcelShopifyAmazon Vendor CentralCPGPaylocityPayroll ReportingMulti-state Payroll Tax RegistrationProblem SolvingCollaborationAttention To DetailHealthcare

About the role

Original posting from OLLY via Greenhouse

THE ROLE: TEMPORARY SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

OLLY is seeking a detail-oriented, hands-on Temporary Senior Accountant to support our Accounting team, with a focus on DTC and Amazon revenue accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys digging into the details, and can quickly take ownership of accounting processes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:​

Manage Shopify DTC revenue accounting, including sales, refunds, chargebacks, gift cards, shipping revenue, and deferred revenue in accordance with US GAAP.

Reconcile Shopify transactions to payment processors, bank deposits, and ERP records, ensuring accurate cash receipts and clearing account balances.

Support Amazon Cold Ship revenue recognition and reconcile Amazon Vendor Central sales and shipment data with Green Rabbit fulfillment records.

Prepare weekly consolidated sales invoices and investigate shipment, pricing, and quantity discrepancies.

Prepare monthly COGS accruals, analyze variances against actual costs, and record necessary adjustments.

Support month-end close, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and resolution of outstanding discrepancies.

Assist with Paylocity payroll reporting setup, GL account mapping, and payroll tax registrations for new states.

Partner cross-functionally to resolve accounting issues and improve accuracy and efficiency.

THE  CANDIDATE​

We are looking for a proactive, resourceful accountant who can hit the ground running, navigate complex reconciliations, and help keep our accounting operations running smoothly. Someone who is comfortable getting into the details, solving problems, and collaborating with teams across the business.

​CAPABILITIES + SKILLS REQUIRED​

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

4+ years of accounting experience, including month-end close, journal entries, and account reconciliations.

Strong understanding of US GAAP, revenue recognition, and accrual accounting.

Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large transactional datasets.

Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Experience with Shopify, Amazon Vendor Central, e-commerce accounting, or CPG preferred.

Experience with Paylocity, payroll reporting, or multi-state payroll tax registration a plus.

THE DETAILS

LOCATION: Remote​

HOURS: 40 hours/ week, 3-6 month assignment​

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must be authorized to work in the UnitedStates without sponsorship. For all OLLY positions. Religious and/or medical accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis. 

The pay range for this position is $56.00 - $62.00/hour​

Source: OLLY careers (Greenhouse)

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