Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Los Angeles, California. This Contract to permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to financial operations, reporting, and compliance for a dynamic organization. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in accounting principles and a proactive approach to optimizing processes and supporting organizational objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and record accurate journal entries and reconciliations during month-end close processes.
• Manage banking transactions and reconcile bank accounts and credit card activity.
• Review revenue and expenses to ensure proper classification, coding, and recognition.
• Maintain compliance with accounting principles and relevant federal and state regulations.
• Facilitate the transition of accounting tasks from external consultants to internal systems.
• Track and monitor grant-related income and expenses, preparing detailed reports for management.
• Support budget development and oversight for departments, projects, and grants.
• Analyze budget variances on a monthly basis and provide clear and actionable insights.
• Draft financial statements, including consolidated and entity-specific reports.
• Oversee shared expenses and ensure accurate allocations across multiple entities.