Senior Staff Accountant

Senior Accountant (Temp-to-Hire)

Livermore CA Onsite

Position Overview

A growing organization in the industrial solutions industry is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant for a temp-to-hire opportunity. This role will support the Accounting Manager and finance team with full-cycle accounting responsibilities financial reporting reconciliations audit support and process improvements in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

The ideal candidate will bring strong general ledger and month-end close experience a collaborative mindset and the ability to work both independently and cross-functionally within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute monthly close activities including journal entries accruals reconciliations and general ledger maintenance.
• Prepare monthly financial reports including balance sheets income statements cash flow reports gross profit reports and supporting schedules.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure financial accuracy.
• Monitor bank activity prepare cash reports and reconcile bank accounts on a regular basis.
• Support accounts payable and invoicing processes including invoice coding payment processing and customer account reconciliations.
• Assist with check runs wire payments and cash management activities.
• Coordinate and respond to audit requests while supporting external auditors during audit cycles.
• Prepare and file applicable tax forms with federal state and local agencies.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve accounting processes and reporting efficiencies.
• Support ERP system utilization and assist with system enhancements and process optimization.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
• Perform additional accounting and finance-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience.
• Strong experience with month-end close reconciliations and financial reporting.
• ERP system experience required; P21 ERP experience preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong analytical abilities.
• Knowledge of GAAP and accounting best practices.
• Ability to work independently prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to partner across departments.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement.

Preferred Experience

• Manufacturing automation industrial or distribution industry experience preferred.
• Experience creating financial dashboards flux analysis and process improvements a plus.
• Cost accounting exposure preferred but not required.

Schedule & Compensation

• Temp-to-Hire opportunity
• Monday-Friday schedule
• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience
• Onsite in Livermore