Senior Accountant Modesto, CA

Senior Accountant

Our client is seeking a skilled Senior Accountant to join a collaborative finance team on a contract to hire basis. This role will support key accounting functions, financial reporting, close activities, and operational process improvements. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge along with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach.

This opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys both traditional accounting work and broader business support, including financial analysis, cash flow planning, inventory-related processes, commission tracking, and procedure development.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close schedules
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements and management reporting
• Perform account analysis and investigate variances or discrepancies
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities
• Partner with internal teams on expense tracking and operational reporting
• Support accounts receivable review, aging follow-up, and customer credit processes
• Assist with audit preparation and tax-related documentation
• Help strengthen internal controls and improve accounting workflows
• Develop and document standard operating procedures
• Support accounting processes tied to inventory and sales commissions