Senior Accountant

Ultimate Staffing; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 100,289,000 - 114,616,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing Services in Modesto, CA is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee complex accounting functions and strengthen internal controls for accurate financial reporting.

This role leads the monthly close, supports audits and regulatory reporting, and collaborates with the CFO, FP&A, and other departments while mentoring accounting staff.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior accounting role with strong GAAP knowledge.
• Analytical, detail-oriented and able to mentor staff.
• Strong communication and collaboration across departments.
• Experience with regulatory reporting and audits.

Responsibilities

• Oversee complex accounting functions to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Maintain internal controls and support regulatory compliance.
• Lead key aspects of the monthly close process and perform advanced reconciliations.
• Support audits and regulatory reporting to ensure compliance with standards.
• Provide guidance to accounting staff and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Report to Accounting Manager and support CFO and other departments on projects.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Lead accounting staff

Communication skills

Regulatory reporting

Audits

Job description

Ultimate Staffing Services is actively seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join their client's team in Modesto. This pivotal role requires an individual with a strong grasp of complex accounting functions and the ability to ensure accurate financial reporting. The successful candidate will play a vital role in maintaining robust internal controls and supporting regulatory compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Take an active role in overseeing complex accounting functions to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Maintain strong internal controls and support regulatory compliance requirements.
• Lead key aspects of the monthly close process and perform advanced reconciliations.
• Support audits and regulatory reporting to ensure compliance with relevant standards.
• Provide guidance to accounting staff and ensure accounting activities are performed in accordance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.
• Report to the Accounting Manager and provide support to the CFO, Director of Financial Planning and Analysis, and other departments to complete projects and tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior accounting role, with a strong understanding of GAAP.
• Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lead and mentor accounting staff effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with various departments.
• Experience with regulatory reporting and audits.

Required Work Hours

Monday through Friday, first shift.

Benefits

The role offers a competitive salary ranging from $35 to $40 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits that support a healthy work-life balance.

Additional Details

The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and be eager to contribute to the organization's financial success. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with senior management and play a critical role in the financial operations of the company.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.