Sr. Accountant

Responsibilities

• Prepare and consolidate financial reports to support accurate monthly and periodic reporting.
• Review account activity, reconcile key balance sheet and bank accounts, and resolve variances in a timely manner.
• Record and post journal entries while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger.
• Aid in month-end close activities and ensure deadlines are met with a high level of accuracy.
• Respond to audit requests by gathering documentation, answering follow-up questions, and supporting issue resolution.
• Participate in tax return review activities by organizing financial information and validating supporting schedules.
• Partner with accounts payable and other internal stakeholders to track requests, provide updates, and keep deliverables moving forward.
• Utilize advanced Excel capabilities, including formulas, reporting tools, and macros, to analyze data and improve reporting efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3–4 years of accounting experience in a corporate or public accounting environment.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas, data analysis functions, and macros.
• Strong background in account reconciliation, balance sheet reconciliation, bank reconciliations, and journal entry preparation.
• Experience supporting month-end close and preparing financial reports.
• Familiarity with ERP or accounting systems such as Sage Intacct, NetSuite, Oracle, or SAP.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and remain responsive when priorities extend beyond standard business hours.

Qualifications

This role is ideal for someone who can manage reporting activities, support audit and tax processes, and work confidently with large data sets in Excel. The successful candidate will bring a proactive approach, strong ownership of deliverables, and the ability to collaborate closely with accounting and business partners in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

• Advanced Excel skills
• Account reconciliation
• Balance sheet reconciliation
• Bank reconciliations
• Journal entry preparation
• Tax return review
• ERP or accounting systems (Sage Intacct, NetSuite, Oracle, SAP)
• Independent work capability

Benefits

Robert Half offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

Pay

Compensation is based on experience and qualifications, and is competitive within the market.

Schedule

The schedule for this role is typically full-time, but some flexibility may be considered based on the candidate's availability and preferences.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing finance team in California. This role is ideal for someone who can manage reporting activities, support audit and tax processes, and work confidently with large data sets in Excel.