Sr. Accountant

Sr. Accountant

Lisa Cole with Robert Half is looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations and help maintain accurate, timely financial reporting for a non-profit organization in Sacramento, California. This role will oversee key areas such as general ledger activity, reconciliations, close processes, and financial compliance while partnering with finance leadership to strengthen procedures and reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to guide day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable activities with precision.

Responsibilities:

• Record and review journal entries to ensure financial activity is captured accurately and in accordance with established accounting standards and organizational policies.
• Reconcile bank accounts and assist with cash oversight to support reliable balances and effective daily treasury activity.
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by verifying transaction coding, account classification, and supporting documentation.
• Track and reconcile prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accruals, investments, receivables, and payables as part of the monthly accounting cycle.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities to help deliver complete and accurate financial statements on schedule.
• Provide functional oversight for accounts payable and accounts receivable processes by reviewing work, answering questions, and promoting adherence to internal procedures.
• Prepare grant-related billing support and assist with financial reporting required by funding sources and regulatory bodies.
• Support annual audits and tax preparation by assembling schedules, responding to requests, and organizing required documentation.
• Partner with the Finance Director on process improvements, internal control enhancements, and financial system updates where needed.
• Perform financial analysis, contribute to special projects, and carry out additional accounting duties as business needs require.