What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Accountant - CPA position at VARITE INC?
VARITE is looking for qualified Corporate Accountant in San Jose, CA.
WHAT THE CLIENT DOES?
An American computer software company that offers a wide range of programs from web design tools, photo manipulation and vector creation, through video/audio editing, mobile app development, print layout and animation software.
WHAT WE DO?
Established in the Year 2000, VARITE is an award-winning minority business enterprise providing global consulting & staffing services to Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies. With 850 global consultants, VARITE is committed to delivering excellence to its customers by leveraging its global experience and expertise in providing comprehensive scientific, engineering, technical, and non-technical staff augmentation and talent acquisition services.
Job Title: Corporate Accountant
Location: San Jose, CA (Hybrid)
Contract Duration: 6 months
Pay Rate Range: $70 - $77.46/hr. on W2
Work Authorization: Only USC or GC (No sponsorship or C2C or student’s visa)
HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL DO
Role Summary:
- We are seeking a highly qualified Corporate Accountant Contractor to provide expertise to our General Ledger (GL) accounting team.
- The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to work autonomously, deliver audit-ready outputs from the outset, and efficiently utilize enterprise platforms including SAP and BlackLine.
Key Responsibilities:
- Execute month-end and quarter-end closing procedures, including preparation of journal entries and reconciliations, with emphasis on intercompany transaction, loan interest and dividends, prepaids and amortization, property and business tax accruals, treasury accounting in alignment with U.S. GAAP and company policy.
- Collaborate with finance teams across multiple entities to promptly resolve any intercompany imbalances and ensure account consistency prior to each close cycle.
- Maintain and update intangible amortization schedules according to established useful life guidelines and record monthly amortization entries.
- Utilize BlackLine as the primary platform for posting journal entries and performing account reconciliations; certify assigned reconciliations within prescribed deadlines and address outstanding items or documentation exceptions efficiently.
- Act as BlackLine administrator for reconciliations, configuring workflows and user access to support a controlled, audit-ready monthly close process.
- Fulfill audit requests by ensuring timely submission of supporting schedules and preservation of audit evidence in the designated repository.
- Apply AI and automation tools to enhance processes involving large data sets from multiple source systems or reports.
- Conduct monthly reviews to ensure accuracy of accruals and prepaid expenses.
- Undertake ad hoc projects and analyses as required.
Qualifications & Competencies:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance; CPA license or active CPA candidacy preferred.
- Minimum of 6 years' GL / corporate accounting experience or public accounting firm background.
- Thorough understanding of US GAAP, including ASC 350 (goodwill and intangibles).
- Proficient with ERP and accounting platforms such as SAP and BlackLine.
- Expertise in advanced Excel functionality is required.
- Experience managing multi-entity and intercompany consolidations in a global context.
- Advanced Excel skills are essential.
- Ability to adapt in dynamic, fast-paced environments and operate independently with minimal supervision.
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in journal entries and reconciliations.
BENEFITS:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Eligible employees may receive:
- Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement Plans: Participation in a company-sponsored retirement savings plan.
- Legal Service Plans: Offering access to attorneys for legal advice and representation.
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VARITE is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Salary : $70 - $77