Senior Accountant - West Los Angeles, CA

Senior Accountant - West Los Angeles, CA

Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Senior Accountant is primarily responsible for properly recording and reporting the firm's financial transactions. The ideal candidate must be a detail-oriented and highly motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently under the pressure of deadlines and produce results.

Core Responsibilities

• Preparation of recurring and non-recurring journal entries, including the month-end close process and daily banking transactions.
• Preparation of the reconciliation of balance sheet accounts and analysis of P&L accounts.
• Facilities and Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) management, including monitoring leases, preparation of rent schedules, and business property tax statement filings (Form 571-L).
• Cash and treasury management includes monitoring and executing electronic payments and cash flow forecasting.
• Development and enhancement of policies and procedures and establishing and monitoring internal controls associated with core responsibilities and associated systems.
• Upholding customer confidence and protecting operations by keeping financial information confidential.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or related field (minor in Accounting accepted).
• CPA candidate and/or public accounting experience preferred.
• Must successfully pass a background check.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States full-time.

Essential Functions

• Preparation of month-end and ad-hoc financial reports and supporting schedules.
• Review/analysis of leases for the preparation and/or review of rent schedules and ad‐hoc reporting.
• Preparing financial data and related schedules for firms' tax accountants and other tax-related matters.
• Addressing and/or monitoring help desk tickets related to ad‐hoc financial research and reporting.
• Assist with implementing, enhancing, and/or upgrading the systems associated with core responsibilities.
• Performance of ad-hoc analysis and special projects, as needed.

Experience

• Minimum 2-years of experience in auditing/public accounting and/or operational accounting and/or financial reporting.
• Demonstrated sound professional judgment and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Previous experience with partnership accounting is highly desirable.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics ERP preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP formula, etc.).
• Knowledge of US GAAP.
• Strong time management, multi-tasking, and organization skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a team.
• Updating job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and comprehension skills.

Working Conditions

• Casual dress code year-round.
• Office drinks and snacks.
• Meals are provided during the busy season.
• Ability to work overtime and weekend hours during peak busy periods to meet deadlines and partner and client expectations.
• All job solicitations, postings, and advertisements are consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative.

Health and Wellness

• Medical & prescription drug coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• Voluntary insurance options (vision, supplemental accident, hospital, and critical illness coverage).
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Flu shots & health screenings.
• Employee Assistance Program work/life balance resources.

Learning and Development

• Internal & external training courses.
• Firm-sponsored Masters in Taxation.
• CPA exam passing bonus.
• CPA license renewal fees.
• State licensing fees.
• Professional membership dues & certification fees.
• Mentor programs.
• Soft skills training.

Work-Life Integration

• Flexible work arrangements.
• Remote work opportunities.
• Personal Time Off (Flexible Time Off for managers and above).
• Parental leave (maternity and paternity).
• Community service opportunities.
• Health awareness webinars.
• Reimbursement for community service-related runs & walks.

Benefits

• Paid holidays.
• Flexible time off.
• Parental leave.
• 401(k).
• Life insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Profit sharing.
• Paid parking.
• New Business Compensation.
• Health and wellness activities such as flu shots and massages.