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Sr. Accountant
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Robert Half
Carson, CA (In Person)
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Description Robert Half Management Resources is looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support a retail organization through a long-term on-site contract assignment in Carson, California. This role will play a key part in monthly close activities, financial reporting, account analysis, and compliance-related accounting work. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound knowledge of U.S. accounting principles, and the ability to work independently while collaborating across business teams.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and record monthly journal entries and complete detailed account reconciliations across cash, accounts receivable, prepaid expenses, and accrued operating costs.
- Manage lease accounting schedules and ensure related activity is recorded in alignment with applicable accounting guidance.
- Produce recurring financial reporting packages for leadership and operational stakeholders, supported by clear analysis and documentation.
- Complete sales and use tax activities on schedule, including filings, accruals, and supporting reconciliations.
- Review e-commerce accounting activity each month, investigate discrepancies, and post adjustments as needed to maintain accurate balances.
- Monitor accounts receivable transactions, confirm billing and cash application accuracy, evaluate aging trends, and assist with reserve analysis for uncollectible balances.
- Maintain oversight of renewals for required business licenses and permits by coordinating compliance-related tracking and documentation.
- Support quarterly review and year-end audit preparation by assembling schedules, responding to requests, and organizing financial support files.
- Contribute to special analyses, reporting requests, process documentation, and cross-functional coverage within the accounting team as needed.
- Manage and review the work of 3-4 staff accountants, oversee journal entry preparation and review, and identify opportunities to streamline and improve existing processes. Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited four-year institution.
- At least 7 years of accounting experience with strong exposure to month-end close, journal entry preparation, and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Demonstrated knowledge of U.S. GAAP and the ability to research appropriate treatment for non-routine transactions.
- Advanced Excel skills, including functions such as
VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, IF
statements, and PivotTables.- Experience working with general ledger systems; familiarity with Oracle Fusion and related planning or budgeting tools is preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate variances and work effectively with large data sets.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work successfully in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Proven ability to manage deadlines, maintain accuracy, and operate with a high degree of independence and professionalism.