Accounting Consultant (IC4 Level)

Kforce's client in Ithaca, NY is seeking an Accounting Consultant (IC4 Level). Summary: We are seeking an experienced Accounting Consultant (IC4) to join our Corporate Accounting team. This individual will play a key role in supporting month-end and quarter-end close activities, with a primary focus on compensation-related accounting. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, analytical skills, and experience working in a complex corporate environment. This position will collaborate across multiple business functions and may also support broader Corporate Accounting initiatives based on business needs. Key Responsibilities:

• Support monthly and quarterly close processes for compensation-related accounts
• Prepare and record journal entries in accordance with company policies and U.S. GAAP
• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting deliverables
• Assist in maintaining strong internal controls and compliance with accounting standards
• Prepare and review account reconciliations
• Analyze account activity and investigate variances
• Perform fluctuation and trend analysis to identify unusual transactions or balances
• Provide clear explanations for quarterly changes in account balances
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and reporting issues
• Collaborate with Payroll, Human Resources, FP&A, Equity Administration, and other Finance teams
• Gather and validate information needed to support accounting entries and financial reporting
• Assist in resolving accounting questions and ensuring accurate financial data
• Contribute to special projects and broader Corporate Accounting initiatives as needed
• Support financial statement preparation and disclosure activities
• Assist with consolidations, operating expense accounting, and other close-related processes
• Participate in process improvement and documentation efforts
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and technical accounting principles
• Experience supporting month-end and quarter-end close activities
• Experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses
• Background in a public company or similarly complex corporate accounting environment
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and research skills
• Ability to identify, investigate, and explain account fluctuations
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams

• CPA certification or active CPA candidate
• Experience with Workday or similar ERP systems
• Experience supporting financial reporting, disclosures, or consolidations
• Prior consulting or project-based accounting experience

• Technical Accounting Expertise
• Financial Analysis & Reconciliation
• Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Communication & Stakeholder Management
• Attention to Detail
• Process Improvement Mindset