Senior Accountant

Robert Half • San Mateo, CA • 2d ago

Description

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Accountant to join our toy distributor's dynamic finance team. This pivotal role will contribute significantly to financial reporting, analysis, and strategic planning processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a meticulous approach to detail, and a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and oversee general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with GAAP.

Lead and execute month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements.

Conduct in-depth financial analysis and reporting, providing actionable insights to management for decision-making.

Participate in budgeting and forecasting activities, tracking actual performance against budget and analyzing variances.

Prepare and review complex account reconciliations, ensuring all balances are properly supported.

Collaborate with external auditors during annual audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.

Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies within the accounting department.

Assist in the development and implementation of new accounting policies and procedures.

Support various ad-hoc financial projects and initiatives as required.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a corporate environment.

Solid understanding and practical application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Proven experience with month-end and year-end close processes.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, financial modeling).

Experience with NetSuite or Oracle

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with the capacity to present financial information clearly.

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities effectively.

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.

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.

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