Temp Sr. Accountant

Senior Accountant

Contract for 2-3 months
Location: La Mirada, CA
paying: $80,000-105,000 (up to $50/hour)

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Accountant to support our accounting team on a temporary basis. This individual will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, performing account reconciliations, improving accounting processes, and assisting with month-end close activities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while identifying opportunities to streamline financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger.
• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations to ensure all cash transactions are accurately recorded in the ERP system.
• Review RAMP corporate credit card transactions, verifying proper account coding and supporting documentation.
• Reconcile Accounts Payable and accrued liability accounts, ensuring purchase order-related invoices are processed promptly.
• Maintain the prepaid expense schedule, record monthly amortization entries, and reconcile related accounts.
• Assist with month-end close by preparing journal entries and supporting account reconciliations.
• Develop and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for accounting functions, including accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Partner with the company's external accounting firm during tax nexus reviews to help ensure compliance with state and local tax requirements.
• Support special projects, process improvement initiatives, and automation efforts to enhance accounting efficiency and standardize financial processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience working with ERP systems and accounting software.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting best practices.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to analyze financial data accurately.
• Demonstrated success improving accounting processes through collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Pay Details: $35.00 to $50.00 per hour

Search managed by: Allison Lau

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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