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Sr. 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
Description We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations in San Ramon, California. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, managing close activities, and ensuring balance sheet integrity through thorough reconciliations. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of general ledger accounting and a disciplined approach to journal entries, month-end processes, and cash account oversight.
Responsibilities:
+ Partner with accounting and business groups to support financial operations, ensure compliance with company policies, and maintain strong internal control practices across global processes and systems.
+ Work closely with cross-functional teams to support business objectives, drive collaboration, and contribute to organizational success.
+ Recommend and implement efficiencies through reporting enhancements, dashboards, process improvements, and automation initiatives.
+ Help foster a results-driven environment that balances operational excellence with financial stewardship.
+ Record and review journal entries for accruals, prepaid expenses, reserves, and other accounting transactions in accordance with GAAP.
+ Validate financial activity recorded in subledgers and ensure accurate integration into the general ledger.
+ Perform financial analysis, identify key variances and trends, and prepare insights for management review.
+ Investigate unusual accounting activity, determine root causes, assess impacts, and communicate findings to leadership.
+ Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including routine entries, reconciliations, and data requests.
+ Support external audits by providing schedules, documentation, and financial analysis as requested.
+ Coordinate with international business units to promote consistent application of accounting policies and procedures.
+ Maintain accurate supporting documentation and ensure the integrity of financial close data.
+ Complete balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies between subsidiary ledgers and the general ledger.
+ Communicate with departments to investigate outstanding reconciling items and ensure timely resolution.
+ Create, update, and maintain accounting procedures and process documentation.
+ Evaluate reconciliation and reporting workflows and recommend opportunities for continuous improvement.
+ Research technical accounting matters, develop recommendations, and present findings to management. Requirements
+ Degree in Accounting or a related financial discipline required
+ Minimum of three years in public accounting doing audit/assurance work
+ Solid knowledge of accounting standards, financial reporting practices, and control frameworks
+ Excellent critical thinking skills with the ability to analyze and resolve complex issues
+ Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with ERP platforms
+ Driven to identify efficiencies, streamline processes, and support automation initiatives
+ Able to collaborate successfully with cross-functional teams in multiple locations
+ Strong business communication skills, both written and verbal
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