Description Robert Half is on the look-out for an organized individual with accounting chops to join a growing Hi Tech Engineering organization in the short-term contract / contract role of Staff Accountant. As a Staff Accountant, you will be responsible for the preparation of journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliation, fixed asset maintenance and general ledger reconciliation. You will have responsibility for many aspects of internal reporting during the monthly close. You will provide support in developing and implementing accounting policies. In addition, you will participate in compliance, review schedules for the reporting processes, and work alongside our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits. This position is very involved as it will produce Cash Flow projections, Budgets, and Financial Statements. This company offers a challenging and multi-faceted opportunity where effort is rewarded and the role is based in the Chatsworth, California region.
Responsibilities
Ready complex journal entries and account reconciliations including but not limited to cash, prepaid expenses and payroll
Ad-hoc tasks and special projects, as needed
Manage the design and creation of balance sheet analysis and communicate reports to management
Be a part of various department-wide initiatives
Assist in the month end, quarter end and year end closing process including monthly financial close workbook preparation
Assist in implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP
Maintain monthly payment schedules
Offer descriptions of a large number of financial data and communicate insights in a useful and understandable manner
Conduct month end close, journal entries, without supervision
Carry out fixed asset ledger, depreciation, and reconciliation Requirements - Outstanding organizational, written and verbal communication skills required
Ability to complete multiple tasks and projects within deadlines
Notable analytical, quantitative and social skills
Ability to work within spreadsheets and databases
1+ years of recent and relevant accounting experience
Takes action on items beyond formal job responsibilities
Current and relevant ERP system experience
Accounts Payable (AP) experience
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high pressure environment, to prioritize deals and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent
Working knowledge of spreadsheets and databases
BA/BS or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Economics
Attentive, ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
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