Senior Accountant Consultant

Vaco Recruiter Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco Recruiter Services is seeking a Senior Accountant (Consultant) to join our Los Angeles finance team. You will lead the month-end close, prepare journal entries and reconciliations, and ensure GAAP-compliant reporting.

The role requires 4+ years of progressive accounting experience and a solid understanding of GAAP, with responsibilities spanning budgeting support, audits, and process improvements.

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.

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

GAAP knowledge

Month-end close

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