Sr. Accountant
Robert Half · Santa Ana, CA · 2 days ago
On-siteAccountingFull-time
Responsibilities
- Oversee designated portions of the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycle, including preparing and recording journal entries and maintaining supporting documentation.
- Complete thorough reconciliations and analytical reviews of balance sheet accounts, investigating variances and resolving issues in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with teams across finance and business operations to clarify transactions, address accounting questions, and support ongoing business needs.
- Prepare schedules, documentation, and explanations needed for internal and external audit requests, ensuring responses are accurate and well organized.
- Evaluate existing accounting workflows and recommend improvements that enhance efficiency, strengthen controls, and support automation efforts.
- Apply accounting policies consistently and assist in interpreting procedures for day-to-day transactions and reporting matters.
- Offer guidance to entry-level accounting team members by sharing best practices and providing informal day-to-day support.
- Manage general ledger activity and support bank and account reconciliations to maintain accurate financial reporting.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- 4–6 years of accounting experience in a relevant environment.
- Hands-on experience with month-end close, general ledger management, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
- Ability to work effectively within a compliant and controlled accounting environment.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet reporting deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Advanced spreadsheet skills and experience using enterprise accounting platforms or close management tools.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with stakeholders across multiple departments.
- Adaptability, sound accounting judgment, and a continuous improvement mindset in a fast-paced setting.
Qualifications
- Experience with accounting software and systems.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Experience with financial statement analysis and interpretation.
- Experience with budgeting and forecasting.
Skills
- Accounting software proficiency (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle).
- Financial analysis and reporting.
- Project management and organizational skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Communication and collaboration skills.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Access to top jobs and career advancement opportunities.
- Free online training resources.
- Company 401(k) plan eligibility.
Pay
- Compensation is competitive and based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
- The schedule is flexible and can accommodate the candidate's availability.