Senior Accountant Consultant

Vaco; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring in Los Angeles seeks a Senior Accountant (Consultant) to join the finance team. This role focuses on leading close cycles, preparing journal entries, and ensuring GAAP compliance.

The candidate should bring 4+ years of accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and a track record of accurate financial reporting. The position supports budgeting, cash flow reporting, and audits within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Experience with month-end close and general ledger accounting.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and account adjustments.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Perform balance sheet and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare timely and accurate financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Analyze financial results and investigate variances.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting.
• Support external and internal audits by preparing required documentation.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Develop and improve accounting processes and internal controls.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Education

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

Job description

Senior Accountant (Consultant)

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Senior Accountant to join our growing finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and account adjustments
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
• Perform balance sheet and bank reconciliations
• Prepare timely and accurate financial statements and supporting schedules
• Analyze financial results and investigate variances
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting
• Support external and internal audits by preparing required documentation
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules
• Develop and improve accounting processes and internal controls

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles
• Experience with month-end close and general ledger accounting

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.