Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a California team in a contract position. This role will support core accounting operations across revenue, deferred revenue, general ledger activity, intercompany accounting, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage close processes, reconciliations, and reporting responsibilities with accuracy and independence.

Responsibilities:
• Evaluate customer contracts and unique billing terms to help ensure invoices and revenue recognition are recorded correctly.
• Reconcile dues, cash activity, deferred balances, and ledger transactions while preparing journal entries to support accurate accounting records.
• Create detailed journal entries and supporting workpapers, and contribute to monthly close by delivering schedules, analysis, and documentation on time.
• Investigate account variances and reconciliation issues, identify root causes, and resolve discrepancies with minimal oversight.
• Assist with preparation of financial statements and internal management reporting by organizing accurate and complete accounting data.
• Manage accounting activities related to assigned grants and foundation-related deferred revenue, including monthly intercompany reconciliations.
• Provide support for audits, tax-related requests, and budget preparation for multiple entities by compiling schedules and responding to documentation needs.
• Strengthen accounting operations by helping document procedures, improve internal controls, and provide backup support for banking, payables, and receivables functions.
• Offer guidance to entry-level accounting team members and contribute to other accounting priorities as business needs evolve.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with at least 2+ years of progressive accounting experience; 3-5 years is preferred.
• Solid understanding of general accounting principles, financial reporting, internal controls, and the distinction between balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Hands-on experience with month-end close, general ledger maintenance, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and accounting platforms such as QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Desktop, or similar systems.
• Intermediate Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and linked workbooks.
• Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and commitment to maintaining accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently, handle multiple deadlines, and collaborate across teams while maintaining confidentiality.
• Experience with fund accounting or expense management tools such as Bill.com, Concur, or Ramp is a plus.

Compensation

$34.04-$39.41 Hourly

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