Contract Senior Accountant at Born Primitive – Virginia Beach, Virginia

Are you ready to build a career that’s not just a job but a meaningful journey? At Born Primitive, we offer more than just work — we offer a dynamic, collaborative environment where passion meets purpose. With exceptional work-life balance and a team that feels like family, you’ll thrive both personally and professionally.

Born Primitive is proudly Veteran-owned and operated, deeply rooted in the values that make our nation great: sacrifice, honor, and unwavering commitment to freedom. We’re inspired by the men and women who embody these principles, and we strive to carry their legacy forward. Our team members don’t just work here — they reflect these values in everything they do, becoming a vital part of a mission larger than themselves.

If you’re passionate about making an impact and want to grow with a company that stands for something greater, Born Primitive might be the perfect fit for you. Join us, and be part of a team that inspires and uplifts, every single day.

Born Primitive is seeking a Contract Senior Accountant to join our team for an initial 4–6-month contract, with the potential to convert to a full-time role based on performance and business needs. This role will focus on hands-on support of the month-end close process and day-to-day accounting operations in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Focus will be assisting with month-end close processes, ensuring adherence to the month-end close calendar and deadlines
• Prepare and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations for assigned areas, including:
• • Cash and credit cards
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Prepaid expenses
  • Fixed assets,
  • Various accruals
  • Other assigned balance sheet accounts based on experience and business needs
• Identify month-end reconciling items, propose journal entries, and ensure timely resolution.
• Support accounts payable and expense management processes, as needed
• Maintain and reconcile accounts receivable activity, including:
• • AR subledger to general ledger reconciliations
  • Customer payment application and clearing accounts
  • Identification and cleanup of aged, unusual, or unsupported balances
• Support daily accounting operations including general ledger activities, journal entries, and account reconciliations
• Partner cross-functionally to resolve AR-related issues as needed
• Serve as a technical accounting resource
• Escalate issues with clear recommendations and proposed accounting treatment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• 4–6+ years of progressive accounting experience (public accounting or industry experience preferred)
• Strong understanding of GAAP and core accounting principles
• Hands-on month-end close ownership is required
• Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems (NetSuite experience a plus)
• Strong Excel skills and comfort working with large data sets
• Retail, e-commerce, or inventory-based business experience a plus
• Ability to operate independently with minimal onboarding

Contract Details

• 4-6 month contract position
• Competitive hourly or contract-based compensation (commensurate with experience)
• Opportunity to transition into a full-time role based on performance and business needs