GL Accountant

Beacon Hill; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Leave programs

Job summary

Beacon Hill is seeking an accounting professional in California to manage the general ledger, perform month-end close, prepare financial statements, and support audits. The role requires strong Excel skills, GAAP knowledge, and cross-functional collaboration with AP, AR, Payroll, and Finance teams.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of accounting experience, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines while improving processes and controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2+ years of accounting experience
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and accounting best practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries and maintain supporting documentation
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities
• Reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts
• Maintain and analyze general ledger activity
• Assist with financial statement preparation and reporting
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies and variances
• Support audits by preparing schedules and responding to requests
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, company policies, and internal controls
• Collaborate with AP, AR, Payroll, Finance, and operational teams
• Assist with process improvements and accounting system enhancements
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc financial analysis
• Participate in special projects as assigned

Skills

Excel expert

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

• Prepare and post journal entries and maintain supporting documentation
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities
• Reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts
• Maintain and analyze general ledger activity
• Assist with financial statement preparation and reporting
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies and variances
• Support audits by preparing schedules and responding to requests
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, company policies, and internal controls
• Collaborate with AP, AR, Payroll, Finance, and operational teams
• Assist with process improvements and accounting system enhancements
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc financial analysis
• Participate in special projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2+ years of accounting experience
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and accounting best practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
  

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries and maintain supporting documentation
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities
• Reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts
• Maintain and analyze general ledger activity
• Assist with financial statement preparation and reporting
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies and variances
• Support audits by preparing schedules and responding to requests
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, company policies, and internal controls
• Collaborate with AP, AR, Payroll, Finance, and operational teams
• Assist with process improvements and accounting system enhancements
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc financial analysis
• Participate in special projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2+ years of accounting experience
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and accounting best practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
  

Desired Skills and Experience

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries and maintain supporting documentation
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities
• Reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts
• Maintain and analyze general ledger activity
• Assist with financial statement preparation and reporting
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies and variances
• Support audits by preparing schedules and responding to requests
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, company policies, and internal controls
• Collaborate with AP, AR, Payroll, Finance, and operational teams
• Assist with process improvements and accounting system enhancements
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc financial analysis
• Participate in special projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3+ years of accounting experience
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and accounting best practices
• Experience with month-end close and account reconciliations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
  

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents:

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Company Profile:
Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.
Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.
Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.
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