Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounts Receivable​/ Collections

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to support a busy accounting team in Santa Ana, California on a Long-term Contract assignment. This fully onsite role is well suited for someone who can step into daily accounting operations quickly, work accurately with minimal oversight, and collaborate effectively with colleagues across the department. The position will focus on core accounting activities that support the vendor rebates team, with an emphasis on dependable execution, strong organization, and solid technical skills.

Responsibilities:

- Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining accuracy across routine accounting transactions.

- Perform account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, and investigate variances to ensure timely resolution.

- Assist with accrual-related activities and support period-end close processes with well-documented analysis.

- Contribute to accounting support for the vendor rebates team by reviewing financial data and helping maintain reliable records.

- Process and review accounts payable and accounts receivable activity to keep transactions current and properly recorded.

- Use Infor, Black Line, and advanced Excel functions such as pivot tables and VLOOKUPs to analyze data and support reporting needs.

- Work closely with internal accounting staff to complete assigned tasks efficiently and meet deadlines in a fully onsite environment. Requirements - Experience in general accounting with hands-on exposure to journal entries, reconciliations, and transactional accounting.

- Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activity.

- Familiarity with accruals and the ability to support month-end or period-end close activities.

- Proficiency with Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.

- Experience using accounting systems such as Infor, Black Line, or similar financial platforms.

- Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate work in a fast-paced setting.

- Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with team members.

- Availability to work fully onsite in Santa Ana, California for the duration of the contract assignment.

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