Senior Accountant - Temporary (Year-End Support)

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Job description

Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to provide critical support during year-end close activities, including balance sheet reconciliations, audit preparation, and variance analysis. This temporary role is designed to help companies achieve an efficient and accurate calendar year-end close. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background, be highly detail-oriented, and possess the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform balance sheet reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of financial statements.
• Assist with audit preparation, including gathering supporting documentation and answering audit inquiries.
• Conduct variance analysis to identify and explain fluctuations between actual results and budget/forecast.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
• Support the preparation of financial statements and ensure timely reporting for year-end close.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency of the year-end close process.
• Provide technical accounting support to resolve issues and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Assist with ad-hoc accounting projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a corporate environment.
• Strong experience with balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis, and audit support.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or MS Dynamics.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel (pivot tables, v-lookups, etc.).
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with various stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA or working towards CPA certification.
• Experience working in year-end close environments or temporary year-end support roles.

Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Company Profile:

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting .

We look forward to working with you.

Beacon Hill. Employing the Future

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