Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support financial operations for a mission-driven non-profit organization in Stockton, California. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for a finance specialist who can manage core accounting activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and contribute to sound fiscal planning. The role works closely with leadership while operating with substantial independence to help maintain strong financial controls and support long-term organizational objectives.

Responsibilities:
• Lead month-end close activities, ensuring financial records are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain the general ledger and review account activity to support reliable financial reporting.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, budget reports, and other accounting summaries for leadership review.
• Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts regularly to identify and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Oversee expenditure tracking and help ensure spending remains aligned with approved budgets and organizational policies.
• Support budgeting, audit preparation, and ongoing financial management for the organization and affiliated entities.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of accounting procedures, internal controls, and finance-related policies.
• Assist with reviews of vendor proposals, financial documentation, and insurance-related materials as needed.
• Partner with executive leadership and department managers to monitor financial performance and support strategic planning efforts.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of accounting experience, including responsibility for financial reporting and general ledger oversight.

• Strong background in month-end close, account reconciliations, and bank reconciliations.

• Experience preparing accurate financial statements and interpreting financial data for management use.

• Knowledge of budgeting, expenditure monitoring, and broader financial management practices.

• Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with leadership and cross-functional teams.

• Familiarity with audit support, internal controls, and accounting policy development.

• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to accuracy in a deadline-driven environment.

Please contact Robert Half at 209.225.2014 for immediate consideration.

Compensation

$58.90-$68.20 Hourly

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