Senior Accountant: GAAP, Close & Analysis

CalPortland; California; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental coverage

Vision care

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Retirement program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

CalPortland in California is seeking a Senior Accountant to handle mid-level accounting duties, including month-end close, journal entries, and financial analysis. This role supports corporate and operations teams with accurate reporting and timely closes.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting, strong GAAP knowledge, and proficiency in Excel; SAP experience is preferred. Willingness to work extended hours during month-end or audits is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Analytical mindset with strong organizational skills.
• Experience with financial reporting and month-end close is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare recurring monthly, quarterly, and year-end journal entries.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Coordinate support and prepare manual JEs for corporate departments.
• Complete duties according to the month-end close schedule.
• Prepare and maintain amortization schedules.
• Prepare annual budgets for operating expenses.
• Prepare AdHoc reports and analysis for management and operations.
• Prepare audit schedules and respond to external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and JSOX requirements.
• Provide leadership support to accounting team members.
• Assist with management reporting and financial statement schedules.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Proficient in Excel

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Self-starter

Team-player

Extended hours availability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

SAP

Job description

CalPortland in California is seeking a Senior Accountant to handle mid-level accounting duties, including month-end close, journal entries, and financial analysis. This role supports corporate and operations teams with accurate reporting and timely closes.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting, strong GAAP knowledge, and proficiency in Excel; SAP experience is preferred. Willingness to work extended hours during month-end or audits is required.