Description We are seeking a seasoned Senior Accountant to join our team in Hawthorne, California. The role involves overseeing various financial operations, including payroll management, financial statement preparation, and vendor payments. This position will also require collaboration with external CPA to ensure compliance and accuracy in all financial reporting. Responsibilities: • Oversee payroll operations and ensure accurate and timely processing • Handle month-end and year-end closing processes • Prepare financial statements in accordance with standard accounting principles • Oversee vendor payments and ensure timely settlements • Perform ACH transfers and conduct bank reconciliations • Maintain and manage the general ledger and journal entries • Utilize Microsoft Excel and accounting software such as NetSuite, Oracle, and SAP for financial operations • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards • Collaborate with external CPA for accurate financial reporting • Handle account and balance sheet reconciliations. **For confidential consideration, please apply directly with your resume or call Allysa Bayly at (310) 719-1400. If you are already working with a recruiter from Robert Half, please contact him or her directly to expedite your candidacy for this role.** Requirements • Minimum of 3 years of experience as an accountant or in a related field • Proficiency in account reconciliation, balance sheet reconciliation, and bank reconciliations • Experience with general ledger and journal entries • Strong skills in Microsoft Excel • Experience in month end close procedures • Familiarity with NetSuite, Oracle, and SAP • Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field is preferred • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Strong verbal and written communication skills • CPA certification is a plus but not mandatory • High level of integrity and trustworthiness • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information responsibly. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .