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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
Sacramento, CaSalary:
$90,000-$105,000/year (DOE)Responsibilities:
Oversee general ledger accuracy, prepare and review journal entries, and lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close.Prepare reconciliations, supporting schedules, financial statements, and variance analysis; investigate discrepancies and recommend corrections.
Ensure audit standardsMaintain fixed asset and prepaid schedules, depreciation/amortization, and investment portfolio accounting.
Research accounting guidance for non-routine transactions and maintain audit-ready documentation.
Assist with budgeting, property tax payments, and executive/director compensation accounting.
Identify opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency, automation, and reporting quality.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.5+ years of accounting experience; banking or senior accountant experience strongly preferred.Experience preparing GAAP financial statements, regulatory filings, and supporting audits.
Proficiency with general ledger and financial reporting systems; advanced Excel skills (PivotTables, Lookups, complex formulas).Knowledge of MS Access, SQL, VBA, or macros a plus.
Strong attention to detail, analytical ability, communication skills, and professionalism.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance