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Primary Job Title: Accountant Alternate/Related Job Titles: Senior Accountant - SOX/ICFR Accounting Compliance Specialist Audit & QA Accounting Analyst Financial Controls Accountant Corporate Reporting Accountant Location: Mount Laurel, NJ Onsite Flexibility: Remote (working within Eastern Time Zone hours) Contract Details:
Position Type: Contract
Contract Duration: ~4.5 months
Start: 09/15/2025
End: 01/30/2026
Pay Rate: $50-60/hr
Schedule: Monday-Friday, core business hours
Job Summary: We are seeking an Accountant to provide advanced financial controls oversight and QA review for the Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) Testing Team. This role requires strong SOX, compliance, and audit expertise, along with leadership-level accounting knowledge to evaluate and approve work quality within a large financial institution.Key Responsibilities:
Review and provide QA oversight of ICFR Testing Team deliverables for accuracy, compliance, and audit readiness.
Ensure adherence to SOX requirements and governance standards.
Reconcile complex General Ledger accounts and prepare financial statements and disclosures as required.
Develop, review, and implement accounting policies and procedures to maintain compliance with GAAP and FASB regulations.
Research, analyze, and advise on complex accounting issues, including purchase accounting, amortization schedules, and acquisition-related activities.
Provide ongoing accounting counsel to business lines, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance.
Train staff in accounting practices and serve as a resource for escalated financial issues.
Support risk management considerations when evaluating new business initiatives.
Monitor account reconciliations and ensure timely, accurate documentation.
Manage accounting projects independently with limited supervision.
Required Experience:
10+ years of accounting, compliance, or audit experience
Strong knowledge of SOX and ICFR compliance
Management-level experience in reviewing and approving accounting work
CPA/CA designation required
Experience with QA review, audit testing, and controls validation
Nice-to-Have Experience:
Exposure to the banking or financial services sector
Advanced experience in financial reporting and disclosure
Familiarity with mortgage servicing rights and loan accounting
Supervisory or team leadership experience
Required Skills:
SOX & ICFR Compliance Testing
QA Review of Audit & Controls Work
Management-Level Accounting Oversight
Preferred Skills:
Risk Management Considerations in Accounting
GAAP & FASB Technical Knowledge
Advanced General Ledger Reconciliations
Financial Reporting & Disclosure Preparation
Staff Mentorship & Training
Additional Skills:
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Ability to work independently and prioritize workload
Effective written and verbal communication
Benefits:
Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
401k Retirement Fund
About the Client: A top 10 bank in Canada and North America, offering comprehensive retail, commercial, wealth management, and wholesale banking services. The organization is dedicated to financial transparency, compliance excellence, and client-driven innovation.About GTT: GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!Job Number: 25-25468Hashtags:
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
Staffing and Recruiting
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