Contract Accountant

Contract

Description

As a Contract Accountant, you will play a key role in ensuring our financial operations run smoothly by maintaining accurate records, streamlining processes, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. You will be responsible for the management and reporting of financial data, preparing financial statements, examining and analyzing accounts, and ensuring compliance with financial reporting requirements and standard accounting procedures.

Your expertise will not only keep our books accurate but also provide leadership with solid, data-driven financial advice to guide strategic decisions. Your attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to spot opportunities for improvement will help support informed decision-making and the long-term stability of our organization.

What Makes Joining the MPI® Family the Right Move for You?

Mission

To serve the needs of hard-working individuals striving to achieve financial security and freedom through education and our innovative, personalized strategy that sets us apart.

Vision

Empowering individuals with personalized financial solutions that align with their values and aspirations, enabling them to achieve lasting financial freedom and peace of mind.

At the heart of our company are core values that guide everything we do. We lead with knowledge , believing that education unlocks better financial decisions. We act with integrity , ensuring every choice is made with honesty and care. We thrive on collaboration , knowing the best solutions are found when we work together. We embrace change with a spirit of innovation, transforming challenges into new opportunities. We bring a can-do attitude to every situation, facing obstacles with creativity and determination. Above all, we’re fueled by a passion to serve by delivering exceptional service through honest communication and a genuine commitment to the people we support.

**Please Note: Accountability and measurable results are core to our company. High standards and feedback are part of our environment.

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Pay Range: based on experience and qualifications. Rate is negotiable for exceptional expertise or additional responsibilities. Contract Position that requires onsite presence. Heavier workload during onboarding, data organization, and reconciliation clean-up. Transition to approximately once-a-week or as-needed support.

Do you have the following skills to excel in this role?:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Associate’s degree or equivalent experience may be considered).
• Proven experience as an Accountant, Bookkeeper, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and best practices.
• Strong Proficiency with QuickBooks and Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Drive).
• Experience preparing and analyzing P&L statements and balance sheets.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, GAAP, and financial best practices.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and reliable, with excellent time management skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with CPA firms, external auditors, and leadership.
• Ability to work independently and manage shifting priorities.
• Strong communication skills and professional discretion in handling sensitive financial data.
• CPA certification or progress toward CPA designation.
• Familiarity with payment platforms, payroll processing, and tax reporting requirements.

To be successful in this role:

• Maintain accurate financial records and general ledger entries.
• Review, process, and reconcile invoices, reimbursements, and payment platforms.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Perform regular bookkeeping tasks, including bank and corporate credit card reconciliations.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual Profit & Loss (P&L) statements, balance sheets, and other financial reports for executive management.
• Review royalty and commission reports to verify accuracy, track payments, and provide insights on trends and costs.
• Review payroll summaries for accuracy, monitor labor costs, and ensure changes in pay rates, deductions, or withholdings are correctly reflected.
• Conduct thorough reconciliations of corporate credit cards and bank accounts.
• Perform entries, adjustments, and reconciliations in QuickBooks.
• Maintain organized and compliant financial records, both digital and physical.
• Generate weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for executive management, providing key metrics and insights for data-driven decision-making.
• Ensure vendor files and W-9 records are up to date and work with the accounting firm to issue 1099s annually.
• Work closely with the external CPA firm for tax preparation, financial reporting, and annual filings.
• Support financial audits, year-end close, and reporting requirements.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement; provide leadership with actionable, data-driven advice.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Support special projects and other accounting-related tasks as assigned by management.