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Robert Half Staff Accountant in Cerritos, California
Description
Robert Half is seeking an ambitious, experienced Staff Accountant for a permanent position within a non profit company. The Staff Accountant will prepare journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliation, fixed asset maintenance and general ledger reconciliation. You will also be responsible for many aspects of internal reporting during the monthly close. Lend your skills towards developing and implementing accounting policies. In addition, you will review schedules for the reporting processes, take part in compliance, and interact with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits. This position is very complex as it plays a part in the production of Financial Statements, Cash Flow projections, and Budgets. This company, based in the Long Beach, California area, offers a challenging and multi-faceted opportunity where effort is rewarded.
Key responsibilities
Ad-hoc reporting and special projects, as requested
In-depth experience with reconciling month end balance sheet accounts
Perform month end close, journal entries, with minimum supervision
Participate in various department-wide initiatives
Prepare analyses for monthly balance sheets and income statements for management to report on
Prepare complex journal entries and account reconciliations including but not limited to cash, prepaid expenses and payroll
Maintain intercompany transactions, billings, and reconciliation
Maintain capital lease and monthly payment schedules
Maintain fixed asset ledgers, depreciation, and reconciliation
Contribute to the implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP
Assist in the month end, quarter end and year end closing process including monthly financial close workbook preparation
Analyze and coordinate a variety of financial data, and report it in a useful and understandable manner
Recurring journal entries maintenance and reconciliation
Requirements - Recent and relevant accounting experience
Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic and constantly changing company environment
Experience with ERP systems
Foundational knowledge in Sage 100
Comprehensive knowledge of Accounting Functions
Command of Accounts Payable (AP)
Proficiency in Accounts Receivable (AR)
Ability to work within spreadsheets and databases
Self-starter and strong ethical standards
Strong analytical skills, accuracy and attention to detail
Commitment and abilities to meet critical business deadlines
Attention to detail and ability to follow standard procedures is a requirement
Outstanding organizational, written and verbal communication skills required
BA/BS or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Economics
Competent with spreadsheets and databases
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