Staff Accountant (Contract)

Vaco Recruiter Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 43,187 - 61,509; Part time

Job summary

Vaco Recruiter Services is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support an important accounting clean-up project in Los Angeles. This hybrid role focuses on high-volume reconciliations and requires a solid background in accounting.

Applicants should have over 5 years of experience, expertise in NetSuite, and strong Excel skills. If you're organized and thrive in deadline-driven environments, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience required.
• Strong experience with NetSuite is mandatory.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Perform month-end and year-end close activities.
• Reconcile bank accounts and general ledger accounts.
• Assist with Accounts Payable and Receivable as needed.
• Maintain fixed assets and depreciation schedules.
• Support financial statement preparation and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and GAAP.
• Assist with audits and accounting projects.

Skills

High-volume reconciliations

Complex problem-solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Advanced Excel skills

Education

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

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Vaco Los Angeles is partnering with a confidential client to identify an experienced Staff Accountant to support a major accounting clean‑up initiative. This role is ideal for someone who excels in high‑volume reconciliations, complex problem‑solving, and stabilizing incomplete or inaccurate financial data. The contract role can pay up to $38/hr, depending on experience. NetSuite experience is a must. Location will be hybrid in Hollywood, CA.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries
• Perform month‑end and year‑end close activities
• Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and general ledger accounts
• Assist with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable as needed
• Maintain fixed assets and depreciation schedules
• Support financial statement preparation and variance analysis
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies and GAAP
• Assist with audits and special accounting projects
• Utilize NetSuite for daily accounting functions, reporting, and reconciliations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of accounting experience
• Strong experience with NetSuite required
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment