Accountant

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a growing East Bay organization to hire a Staff Accountant in Concord, CA. This role offers hands-on exposure across the accounting function and collaboration with an experienced leadership team focused on mentorship and career growth.

The ideal candidate has completed at least two audit busy seasons in public accounting and will apply GAAP knowledge, strong Excel skills, and analytical abilities to support month-end close, financial reporting, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum of two audit busy seasons in public accounting.
• CPA eligible, pursuing CPA, or CPA preferred.
• Strong GAAP understanding and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist month-end and year-end close activities.
• Analyze financial data and investigate variances.
• Coordinate audits with external auditors and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Support financial reporting and ad hoc analysis.
• Participate in system improvements and automation projects.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Process improvement mindset

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

Pivot Tables

VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP

Job description

Staff Accountant

Concord, CA | Direct Hire | In office

Ready to build your accounting career with a company that values fresh ideas, continuous improvement, and innovation?

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a growing East Bay organization seeking a Staff Accountant to join its collaborative accounting team. This opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional who has completed at least two audit busy seasons in public accounting and is looking to apply their technical foundation in a dynamic industry environment where they can make a meaningful impact.

Our client is looking for someone who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, leveraging technology, and contributing ideas that help the organization operate more efficiently. You\'ll gain hands-on exposure across the accounting function while working closely with experienced leaders who are committed to mentorship, professional development, and career growth.

Whether your audit experience includes consumer products, manufacturing, distribution, inventory-intensive businesses, or a variety of other industries, this role provides an excellent opportunity to translate your public accounting experience into a broader business and operational perspective.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules

• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities

• Analyze financial data and investigate account variances

• Support financial reporting and financial statement preparation

• Coordinate audit requests and collaborate with external auditors

• Maintain compliance with GAAP and internal control requirements

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and enhance efficiencies

• Participate in system enhancements, automation projects, and continuous improvement initiatives

• Collaborate with business partners across departments to support operational and financial objectives

• Assist with special projects, reporting initiatives, and ad hoc analysis

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Accounting or Finance

• Minimum of two audit busy seasons in public accounting

• Experience with a regional or national CPA firm preferred

• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles

• Experience preparing workpapers, reconciliations, and audit support schedules

• Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs, and data analysis

• CPA eligible, actively pursuing CPA, or CPA preferred

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• Self-motivated with a desire to learn, grow, and contribute new ideas

Preferred Background

• Public accounting experience with a regional or national CPA firm. Two years minimum.

• Experience working with manufacturing, distribution, consumer products, inventory-intensive companies, or other product-based organizations

• BA/BS in Accounting, Economics or Finance

• Experience supporting privately held, middle-market, or growth-oriented organizations

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $75,000 - $97,000 annually

Our client offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, mentorship from experienced finance leaders, and a collaborative culture focused on innovation, growth, and continuous improvement.

Why Join?

• Transition your public accounting experience into a high-impact industry role

• Be part of initiatives that improve processes, systems, and efficiencies

• Work on projects that help modernize and enhance accounting operations

• Gain exposure across the accounting and finance organization

• Partner with leadership and contribute ideas that drive business results

• Join a growing company that invests in employee development and career advancement

• Benefits that include PTO, medical, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, flex spending and more.

LHH Recruitment Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. Compensation may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, and market conditions.

Pay Details: $75,000.00 to $97,000.00 per year

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