Sr. Accountant
Senior Accountant
Location: Pasadena, hybrid schedule
Job Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
A growing organization with stellar benefits is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its accounting team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional with a strong foundation in general ledger accounting, month-end close, financial analysis, and reporting. The position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment and contribute to key accounting and finance operations.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical accounting background, prior public accounting experience, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage general ledger activities, including account analysis and reconciliations
- Lead and support month-end and year-end close processes
- Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations
- Assist with financial analysis, reporting, and variance review
- Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
- Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
- Partner with cross-functional teams to gather financial information and support reporting needs
- Assist with audit support and special projects as needed
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency
- Perform additional accounting duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
- Minimum of 3 busy seasons in Big 4 audit required
- CPA is a plus
- Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and month-end close
- Experience with financial analysis and reporting
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial statement preparation
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Required Skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments
- Strong sense of accountability and ownership
Why Apply
- Opportunity to join a growing and collaborative organization
- High-visibility role with exposure to key accounting and reporting processes
- Strong potential for professional growth and advancement
FOR CONFIDENTIAL CONSIDERATION please apply to this posting. If you are already working with a recruiter from Robert Half, please contact them directly regarding job number 00320-0013467562 presented by Ameri Ramirez to expedite your candidacy for this role.
Compensation
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