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Senior Accountant
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$82,056 / year median in California
-25% projected decline
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Lead critical monthly accounting activities, including preparing journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and supporting a timely close process.
- Maintain the accuracy of the general ledger by reviewing financial transactions, researching discrepancies, and ensuring proper documentation.
- Perform inventory and fixed asset accounting tasks, including analysis, tracking, and reconciliation to support reliable financial records.
- Assist with audit preparation by organizing schedules, supporting requested documentation, and helping maintain compliance with internal and external reporting needs.
- Contribute to financial planning efforts through participation in budgeting, forecasting, and analysis of operating results.
- Support costing-related activities in a standard cost or job cost environment, helping monitor financial performance and reporting accuracy.
- Coordinate with external financial partners such as auditors and banking contacts when needed to support accounting operations.
- Collaborate with the broader accounting and finance team to improve reporting quality, strengthen processes, and support business objectiv