Sr Accountant Consultant

Senior Accountant

Contract for 2-3 months

Location: Montebello

paying: $80,000-105,000 (up to $50/hour)

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Accountant to support our accounting team on a temporary basis. This individual will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, performing account reconciliations, improving accounting processes, and assisting with month-end close activities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while identifying opportunities to streamline financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger.
• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations to ensure all cash transactions are accurately recorded in the ERP system.
• Review RAMP corporate credit card transactions, verifying proper account coding and supporting documentation.
• Reconcile Accounts Payable and accrued liability accounts, ensuring purchase order-related invoices are processed promptly.
• Maintain the prepaid expense schedule, record monthly amortization entries, and reconcile related accounts.
• Assist with month-end close by preparing journal entries and supporting account reconciliations.
• Develop and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for accounting functions, including accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Partner with the company's external accounting firm during tax nexus reviews to help ensure compliance with state and local tax requirements.
• Support special projects, process improvement initiatives, and automation efforts to enhance accounting efficiency and standardize financial processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience working with ERP systems and accounting software.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting best practices.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to analyze financial data accurately.
• Demonstrated success improving accounting processes through collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Equal Opportunity

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance