Senior Accountant

GHJ Search & Staffing is partnering with a growing, established organization in West Los Angeles seeking a Senior Accountant to join its accounting and finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys a hands-on role, wants broader exposure, and is interested in working closely with senior finance leadership.

The Senior Accountant will support a variety of accounting and reporting activities, including month-end close, financial reporting, general ledger accounting, billing, reconciliations, audit support, and process improvements.

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Responsibilities

Prepare monthly journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and closing entries; Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting; Maintain and review general ledger accounts for accuracy and completeness; Support client billing, invoicing, accounts receivable, and related calculations; Review accounts payable activity and support payment processing; Prepare bank and balance sheet reconciliations; Assist with annual audit and tax requests; Perform financial analysis and ad hoc reporting; Research accounting matters as needed; Document and improve accounting procedures, reports, and internal processes; Partner with the Controller and other members of the finance team on ongoing initiatives

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Approximately 5+ years of progressive accounting experience; Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and general accounting principles; Experience with month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting; Strong Excel and analytical skills; Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills; Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines; Strong written and verbal communication skills; Proactive, curious, and comfortable working in a hands-on environment

Nice to have

Public accounting/audit experience or a combination of public and corporate accounting; CPA or progress toward CPA designation; Experience with NetSuite or another large ERP; Financial services or other complex corporate accounting experience; Experience improving accounting processes, reporting, or systems