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Interim Senior Accountant

Brentwood, TN · Hybrid

$70K - $88K/yr

Interim Senior Accountant (Contract) Location: Hybrid (2-3 days onsite preferred) Duration ... accounts payable operations as needed. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and ...

Interim Senior Accountant

Brentwood, TN · Hybrid

$70K - $88K/yr

Interim Senior Accountant (Contract) Location: Hybrid (2-3 days onsite preferred) Duration ... accounts payable operations as needed. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and ...

Staff Accountant

Florham Park, NJ

$57K - $75K/yr

Handle all Financial Reporting Compliance, Interim, and Final Audits for Accounts Payable/Disbursements. * Continuously propose process improvements in a highly complex and rapidly changing work ...

Accounting & Finance Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$95K - $100K/yr

... analysis, accounts payable, billing, aging accounts, and accounts receivable. 2. Preparation of Monthly Interim financial statements, Journal entries for operations and investments, bank ...

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How much do interim accounts payable jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for interim accounts payable in the United States is $21.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $23.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Interim Accounts Payable roles?

Interim Accounts Payable roles are temporary positions that handle a company’s short-term needs in managing outgoing payments to vendors, suppliers, and service providers. Professionals in these roles process invoices, ensure timely payments, reconcile accounts, and may help with audits or transitions. Organizations hire interim accounts payable staff during busy periods, staff shortages, system upgrades, or until a permanent hire is made. These positions require attention to detail, knowledge of accounting software, and the ability to quickly adapt to new environments.

What are some common challenges faced by Interim Accounts Payable professionals when joining a new company?

Interim Accounts Payable professionals often encounter challenges such as quickly adapting to unfamiliar accounting systems, understanding unique company policies, and managing existing backlogs of invoices. Since these roles are temporary, there's a need to rapidly build rapport with team members and stakeholders to ensure smooth workflow. Successfully navigating these challenges requires strong communication skills, adaptability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Interim Accounts Payable professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Interim Accounts Payable professional, you need a solid understanding of accounting principles, experience with invoice processing, and often a relevant qualification such as an associate degree in accounting or finance. Familiarity with accounting software like SAP, Oracle, or QuickBooks, as well as proficiency in Excel, is typically required. Strong attention to detail, time management, and effective communication skills set high performers apart in this role. These competencies are essential for maintaining accurate financial records, meeting deadlines, and ensuring smooth vendor relationships during transitional periods.

What is the difference between Interim Accounts Payable vs Accounts Payable Clerk?

AspectInterim Accounts PayableAccounts Payable Clerk
CredentialsBasic accounting knowledge, relevant experienceHigh school diploma, basic accounting skills
Work EnvironmentTemporary, project-based, often in multiple companiesPermanent, office-based in a single organization
Employer UsageUsed for short-term staffing needs or special projectsUsed for ongoing, daily invoice processing

Interim Accounts Payable professionals are hired temporarily to manage specific accounts payable tasks or projects, often across multiple organizations. In contrast, Accounts Payable Clerks handle daily invoice processing and payments as permanent staff. Both roles require similar foundational skills, but their employment types and scope differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Interim Accounts Payable job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 11% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,831 per year, or $21.1 per hour.
Interim Senior Accountant

Interim Senior Accountant

Vaco LLC

Brentwood, TN • Hybrid

$70K - $88K/yr

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Job description

Interim Senior Accountant (Contract) Location: Hybrid (2–3 days onsite preferred) Duration: Approximately 3 months Start: ASAP Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to provide interim support during a period of organizational transition. This role will focus heavily on month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, and audit support, while also assisting with accounts payable operations as needed. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities Support the multi-entity month-end close process Prepare and review balance sheet account reconciliations Assist with annual audit preparation and execution, including meeting tight deadlines Provide day-to-day support for accounts payable, including invoice review and processing Review existing accounting work for accuracy; identify and flag issues or inconsistencies Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting Contribute to process improvement efforts as appropriate during the engagement Required Qualifications Proven experience as a Senior Accountant or similar role Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and month-end close processes Ability to work independently with minimal oversight Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Comfortable stepping into environments with changing priorities Preferred Qualifications Experience in the healthcare industry (nice to have, not required) Experience with Sage Intacct or similar ERP systems Prior experience supporting or working through audits Background in multi-entity accounting environments Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application.

In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.

Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.

Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual’s skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.


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About Vaco

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Vaco delivers critical talent solutions to companies in the areas of consulting, project resources, executive search, direct hire and strategic staffing with expertise in numerous areas including accounting and finance, technology and operations. Vaco's family of brands includes Pivot Point Consulting, a best in KLAS health care IT solutions provider; Focus Search Partners, a retained executive search practice; and MorganFranklin Consulting, Vaco's methodology-driven global consulting platform. Since its founding in 2002, Vaco has grown to serve more than 12,000 clients across the globe with more 9,800 employees. Vaco has been named to Inc. magazine's list of the fastest-growing private companies for the past 15 years and was named to Forbes' 2018-2021 lists of America's Best Recruiting Firms.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Brentwood, TN, US

Year founded

2002

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