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Syndicated Loan Analyst

Newark, DE · On-site

$28 - $30/hr

Our client is seeking a Syndicated Loan Analyst on a temporary-to-hire basis for their office in ... Monitor and escalate past due principal, interest, and fees to ensure that the loan accounting ...

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Syndicated Loan Analyst

Newark, DE · On-site

$36K - $49K/yr

Our client is seeking a Syndicated Loan Analyst on a temporary-to-hire basis for their office in ... Monitor and escalate past due principal, interest, and fees to ensure that the loan accounting ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for accountant temporary in Delaware is $65,869.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $74,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a temporary accountant?

An Accountant Temporary job is a short-term role in which an accountant is hired for a specific period to assist with financial tasks such as bookkeeping, tax preparation, or audits. These roles are often used to cover employee absences, manage seasonal workloads, or support special projects. Temporary accountants may work for a company directly or through a staffing agency. The length of the assignment can vary from a few weeks to several months, depending on business needs.

What does a temporary accountant do?

As a Temporary Accountant, your daily responsibilities often include processing invoices, reconciling bank statements, preparing journal entries, and assisting with month-end or year-end closing procedures. You may also be tasked with managing accounts payable and receivable, supporting audit preparations, and maintaining accurate financial records. Team structures can vary, but you will frequently collaborate with other accounting professionals, finance managers, and occasionally external auditors. Temporary roles often offer exposure to diverse industries and accounting practices, providing valuable experience and networking opportunities for career advancement.

What skills and qualifications are needed for a temporary accountant?

To excel as a Temporary Accountant, you need a solid understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and experience with general ledger management, often backed by a degree in accounting or finance. Familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, or Oracle, as well as proficiency in Excel, is typically required, and a CPA certification can be advantageous. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt quickly to new environments help temporary accountants succeed. These competencies allow for accurate completion of financial tasks and enable you to seamlessly integrate with different teams, ensuring timely delivery of projects.

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Infographic showing various Accountant Temporary job openings in Delaware as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,869 per year, or $31.7 per hour.

Accounting Specialist

Wilmington, DE

Kinetic Staffing
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 11 - 50 employees
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$25 - $30/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Kinetic Staffing is seeking immediately available Accounting Specialists to support a critical, large-scale corporate project in Wilmington, DE. This short-term engagement is ideal for detail-oriented accounting professionals with strong reconciliation experience and intermediate-to-advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.


These temporary, full-time positions begin on August 17, 2026, and are expected to last approximately 30 days. This is a 100% onsite position based in downtown Wilmington, DE. Successful candidates will support a dedicated corporate project team by performing high-volume reconciliations, organizing accounting data, and ensuring the accuracy of financial records.


Responsibilities

  • Perform high-volume account and transaction reconciliations.
  • Utilize intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel templates to organize, analyze, and present accounting data.
  • Identify discrepancies, trace variances, and resolve balancing issues using basic accounting principles.
  • Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation throughout the project.
  • Ensure assigned work is completed accurately and within project deadlines.

 

Requirements

  • Associate's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, lookup functions, pivot tables, and pre-built templates.
  • Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and general ledger reconciliations.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
  • Immediate availability to begin work on August 17, 2026.

 

Compensation

  • $25-30 per hour.
  • Temporary, full-time position.
  • Approximately 30-day assignment.
  • 100% onsite in downtown Wilmington, DE.