Senior Accountant

Pinnacle Recruitment; California (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinnacle Recruitment's client is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join their accounting and finance team onsite in Tulare County, CA. This role supports month-end and year-end close, prepares financial reporting, and ensures GAAP compliance.

The ideal candidate has strong general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and ERP experience; they should be organized, analytical, and able to collaborate across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a corporate accounting environment.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and general ledger accounting.
• Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP/accounting software systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage general ledger accounts, journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes and deadlines.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and schedules for management.
• Conduct balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Analyze results, trends, and variances for management review.
• Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation records.
• Assist with cash management, banking, and reconciliations.
• Support AP/AR functions and ensure GL integrity.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis initiatives.
• Prepare documentation for audits, tax prep, and external reporting.
• Collaborate with external auditors, tax professionals, and banking partners.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls; suggest process improvements.
• Develop and document accounting policies and procedures.
• Provide financial information to leadership and other departments.

Skills

General Ledger Accounting

Month-end close

Financial statement preparation

Reconciliations

GAAP knowledge

Excel

ERP software

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join their accounting and finance team. This position will play an integral role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting the month-end and year-end close processes, preparing financial reporting, and ensuring the integrity of the company’s accounting functions.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in general ledger accounting, financial statement preparation, reconciliations, and accounting principles. This individual should be highly organized, analytical, and comfortable taking ownership of key accounting responsibilities while working collaboratively across the organization. This is a fully onsite position in Tulare County, CA.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain general ledger accounts, including preparation and review of journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Support and execute month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring financial information is completed accurately and within established deadlines.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules for management review.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and research and resolve discrepancies.
• Analyze financial results, account activity, and variances to identify trends or areas requiring further review.
• Maintain fixed asset schedules, depreciation records, and other supporting accounting schedules as assigned.
• Assist with cash management, banking activity, and cash reconciliations.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed and ensure transactions are properly recorded within the general ledger.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis initiatives.
• Prepare documentation and schedules for annual audits, tax preparation, and other external reporting requirements.
• Work closely with external auditors, tax professionals, banking partners, and other third-party providers as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company accounting policies, internal controls, and established financial procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, internal controls, and overall department efficiency.
• Assist with the development and documentation of accounting policies and procedures.
• Provide accounting support and financial information to leadership and other departments as requested.
• Perform additional accounting and financial projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a corporate accounting environment.
• Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Demonstrated experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close.
• Experience preparing and analyzing financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including experience working with complex spreadsheets and financial data.
• Experience with ERP or accounting software systems required.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively with accounting personnel, operational teams, and senior leadership.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of responsibilities, and contribute effectively within a collaborative team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CPA candidate preferred but not required.
• Experience within a multi-entity or complex accounting environment.
• Previous experience supporting external audits and year-end financial reporting.
• Experience improving accounting processes, internal controls, or month-end close procedures.