Senior Accountant

GHJ
  • Bakersfield, CA
    9 days ago

    Job Description

    GHJ Search & Staffing has partnered with awell-established professional services organization in Bakersfield to identify an experienced Senior Staff Accountant to join its accounting team.

    The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable taking ownership of their responsibilities in a deadline-driven environment. This person will also have opportunities to identify process improvements and contribute to greater efficiency across the accounting function.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Support financial reporting and month-end close activities.
    • Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and other accounting schedules.
    • Assist with billing and accounts receivable activities.
    • Monitor outstanding receivables and support collection efforts.
    • Assist with cash management and related accounting activities.
    • Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with GAAP.
    • Research and resolve accounting and billing discrepancies.
    • Manage multiple priorities while meeting established deadlines.
    • Partner with members of the accounting team, leadership, and other professionals across the organization.
    • Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and operational efficiency.
    • Learn and adapt to evolving accounting systems, technology, and business needs.
    • Take on additional responsibilities as the position and organization continue to evolve.

    Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a closely related field required.
    • 4+ years of experience in accounting
    • Strong understanding of GAAP and fundamental accounting principles.
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    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBakersfield, CA

    Skills

    • Accountingunmatched
    • Accounting Closeunmatched
    • Accounting Policiesunmatched
    • Accounting Softwareunmatched
    • Accounts Receivableunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Billingunmatched
    • Cash Managementunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • Financial Reportingunmatched
    • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)unmatched
    • Journal Entriesunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Operational Strategyunmatched
    • Process Developmentunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Professional Servicesunmatched
    • Reconciliationunmatched
    • Record Keepingunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched

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