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Robert Half
Accounting Lead
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What they do
An Accounting Supervisor supervises accounting staff, assists with accounting and auditing for a company, and prepares financial reports. Works with other department or operations staff to track expenditures and manage budgets.
$93,649 / year median in California
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Description We are looking for an experienced Accounting Lead to support a financial services organization in Stockton, California on a Long-term Contract basis. This role will provide hands-on leadership across core accounting activities, help maintain accurate financial records, and offer day-to-day guidance to accounting support staff. The position is ideal for a highly organized individual who can balance transactional oversight, process refinement, and collaborative problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily general ledger activity to confirm financial data is accurate, complete, and properly recorded.
- Examine and authorize journal entries and related accounting transactions before final posting.
- Monitor account reconciliations on a regular basis and step in to complete them when additional support is needed.
- Provide day-to-day assistance to the accounting function, helping keep workflows organized and on schedule.
- Review accounts payable activity each week to promote timely processing and proper documentation.
- Investigate accounting variances and partner with the team to resolve issues efficiently.
- Strengthen accounting policies and procedures by identifying opportunities for clearer controls and improved consistency.
- Support Prologue-related implementation efforts and contribute to assigned finance and accounting projects.
- Offer guidance and informal leadership to accounting assistants while encouraging accuracy and accountability. For immediate consideration please contact Cortney 209-225-2014 Requirements
- At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience in roles with increasing responsibility.
- Strong background in general ledger accounting, including preparation and review of journal entries.
- Experience evaluating reconciliations and validating financial transactions for accuracy.
- Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing functions, and broader accounting operations.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is preferred.
- Ability to work independently while also providing direction and support to team members.
- High level of attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective written and verbal communication.