Job Description
Job Description
Lisa Cole with Robert Half is partnering with a dynamic and growing corporation committed to excellence in financial integrity, operational efficiency, and strategic growth. They are seeking a Senior Accountant to join our accounting team. This Senior Accountant is ideal for an individual with public accounting audit experience who is ready to transition into a corporate accounting role or for someone who began their career in public accounting and has since gained experience in corporate accounting.
This position is hybrid with great flexibility.
For more information about this position, please reach out to Lisa Cole at 916-649-0832.
Position Summary
The Senior Accountant will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, performing month-end close activities, and supporting internal and external audits. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in GAAP, audit procedures, and financial reporting, with the ability to analyze data, streamline processes, and ensure compliance across multiple entities.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
- Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Assist with annual financial statement audits and liaise with external auditors to provide required documentation and analysis.
- Perform variance and trend analyses, providing insight into key business drivers and operational results.
- Maintain general ledger integrity and ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy of financial operations.
- Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc financial analysis as needed.
- Support multi-entity consolidations and intercompany accounting.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.CPA license (active or in progress) strongly preferred.2–5 years of public accounting experience with exposure to audit and financial reporting; Big 4 or regional firm experience highly desirable.Strong understanding of GAAP and internal control best practices.Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, Dynamics, Oracle, or similar).Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.