Sr. Accountant

Job DescriptionJob Description We are looking for a Sr. Accountant to join a finance team in Redlands, California. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting the close process, and delivering reliable reporting for business decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound analytical judgment, and a detail-oriented approach to core accounting activities.

Responsibilities:

• Manage balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies to keep accounts accurate and fully supported.
• Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities by preparing schedules and helping finalize financial results on time.
• Create and review journal entries to ensure transactions are recorded correctly in the general ledger.
• Maintain the integrity of accounting records by monitoring account activity and updating supporting documentation as needed.
• Investigate financial fluctuations, explain variances, and highlight notable trends that may affect performance.
• Assist in producing internal financial statements and management reports with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.
• Support budgeting and forecasting efforts by gathering financial information and assisting with analytical review.
• Handle core accounting tasks related to cash activity, accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and bank reconciliations.
• Reinforce accounting controls by following established policies and helping maintain compliance with internal procedures.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• Experience performing month-end close activities in a corporate environment.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting and financial reporting processes.
• Proficiency in preparing and reviewing journal entries with a high degree of accuracy.
• Hands-on experience with account reconciliations, including balance sheet and bank reconciliations.
• Ability to analyze financial data, research variances, and communicate findings clearly.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Solid understanding of accruals, prepaid expenses, and fixed asset accounting