Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Moraga, California. This role will involve supporting a comprehensive annual audit and assisting with general accounting tasks to ensure accuracy and efficiency within the organization. If you have a strong background in general ledger accounting and enjoy handling complex reconciliations, this position is an excellent opportunity to contribute your expertise.
Responsibilities:
• Assist with the preparation and execution of an annual audit, ensuring compliance with all necessary regulations.
• Perform monthly reconciliations for approximately 20 cash accounts, maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
• Handle reconciliation of a complex operating account, requiring detailed analysis and attention to detail.
• Manage general ledger reconciliations and ensure accurate recording of financial transactions.
• Process journal entries and maintain proper documentation for audit purposes.
• Oversee simpler account tasks, such as booking interest accounts and handling prepaid expenses.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel for advanced functions including formulas, VLOOKUPs, and pivot tables to streamline data analysis.
• Support fixed asset accounting processes, including tracking and depreciation calculations.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to offload routine tasks and enhance overall efficiency.
• Contribute to month-end closing activities by preparing necessary reports and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in general ledger accounting or a similar role.
• Proficiency in account reconciliation, including cash and balance sheet accounts.
• Strong knowledge of journal entries and month-end close processes.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.
• Experience with fixed asset accounting is a plus.