Sr. Accountant

Description We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a respected organization in California. This role is ideal for a finance specialist who can manage core accounting activities, support accurate reporting, and contribute meaningful insight in a fast-moving environment. The position offers the opportunity to work across month-end close, reconciliations, financial analysis, audit support, and process improvement while partnering with leaders across the business.

Responsibilities:

- Lead month-end close activities, including preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and producing supporting financial reports.

- Develop consolidated profit and loss and balance sheet variance analyses to help management understand monthly results.

- Review accounting activity for alignment with internal policies, procedures, and control standards, and respond to cross-functional finance requests.

- Analyze operating and financial performance by identifying trends, key metrics, and areas requiring further review.

- Support quarterly review processes and coordinate documentation requests for internal and external audit engagements.

- Prepare and maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations and follow through on outstanding items in a timely manner.

- Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows and improve reporting efficiency through automation and better processes.

- Contribute to departmental initiatives and complete special projects that support broader finance objectives. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field; accounting certification is preferred.

- At least 3-5 years of progressive general accounting experience, with public accounting experience viewed favorably.

- Hands-on experience with enterprise accounting systems such as Oracle or similar ERP platforms.

- Advanced Excel skills with the ability to work efficiently with large data sets and financial schedules.

- Strong understanding of month-end close, general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliations.

- Knowledge of internal controls, compliance practices, and audit support responsibilities.

- Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to manage deadlines and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.

- Detail-oriented and self-directed, with the ability to prioritize competing tasks and work independently in a changing environment.

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