Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join an established finance team in West LA for a long-term contract assignment. In this role, you will contribute to core general ledger operations, support the monthly close cycle, and help maintain accurate financial records and reporting. This opportunity is well suited for an experienced accounting specialist who can work independently, adapt quickly, and collaborate effectively within a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage daily general ledger activities, including the preparation and posting of journal entries to support accurate financial results.
• Contribute to month-end close by completing reconciliations, reviewing balances, and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Maintain detailed accounting schedules and workbooks that support reporting accuracy and audit readiness.
• Reconcile balance sheet and other ledger accounts, identify variances, and investigate issues through to resolution.
• Oversee fixed asset accounting tasks such as recording additions, processing disposals, calculating depreciation, and reconciling related accounts.
• Review financial transactions for completeness and accuracy, escalating unusual items and helping resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare account analyses and compile supporting documentation used in financial reporting activities.
• Partner with the accounting team during cross-training and coverage periods to ensure continuity across ongoing processes.
• Support recurring operational accounting work and assist with additional general ledger responsibilities as business needs require.