GL Accountant

Description Job Title:

GL Accountant (Contract Role)

Location:

Watsonville, CA (Fully Onsite)

Duration:

2-

Month Contract Pay Rate:

$33-$36/hour

Start Date:

ASAP Overview:

Our client in Watsonville is seeking an experienced Accountant to support their upcoming year-end audit. This is a 2-month, fully onsite contract role beginning as soon as possible. The ideal candidate will bring strong audit support experience, a solid understanding of debits and credits, and hands-on general ledger expertise to assist during this critical reporting period.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Prepare and organize audit samples and supporting documentation for external auditors + Perform inventory analytics to ensure accurate valuation and reporting + Reconcile accounts as part of the year-end close process + Support Accounts Payable functions, including posting cash statements as needed + Post journal entries and manage general ledger activity with accuracy + Utilize Sage X3 and ADP for accounting and payroll-related tasks + Leverage Microsoft Excel for financial analysis, reconciliations, and audit support + Maintain audit-ready documentation and respond promptly to auditor inquiries + Assist with additional accounting and audit-related tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

+ Strong knowledge of debits, credits, journal entries, and general ledger processes + Prior experience supporting year-end audits required + Hands-on experience with Sage X3 and ADP preferred + Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including data analysis and reporting functions) + Familiarity with AP processes and cash postings + Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to meet tight deadlines + Strong communication skills and ability to work onsite in a collaborative environment Requirements + Strong knowledge of debits, credits, journal entries, and general ledger processes + Prior experience supporting year-end audits required + Hands-on experience with Sage X3 and ADP preferred + Proficiency in Microsoft Excel Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .