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Sr. Accountant
<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis. Based in Glendale, California, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to key financial operations and ensure accurate reporting. If you have a strong background in accounting and enjoy working in collaborative environments, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>We are seeking skilled Senior Accountant for an on-site assignment at multiple smaller divisions of our $1B+ organization. In this highly visible role, you will own all accounting functions for your assigned location, acting as the operational accounting lead. This is a hands-on, project-based contract (up to 6 months, with possible extension) ideal for self-starters who thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments. This role is on site in Vernon, CA everyday.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage all aspects of daily accounting operations: AP, AR, GL, reconciliations, month-end close, cash management, and bank activities.</li><li>Oversee inventory accounting in a product-driven environment (retail, manufacturing, wholesale, or distribution).</li><li>Dive into legacy financial data and “messy” books to drive clean-up, process improvements, and accurate reporting.</li><li>Serve as the main finance point of contact for site and leadership teams; communicate effectively with entrepreneur-minded managers and non-finance staff.</li><li>Prepare balance sheet and P& L statements; ensure compliance with company policies and GAAP.</li><li>Support audits, financial reviews, and provide reporting to corporate office.</li><li>Operate and adapt quickly across various accounting platforms, including QuickBooks, customized/legacy systems, and extensive Excel/spreadsheet-driven processes.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.</li><li>5+ years’ hands-on accounting experience, ideally running day-to-day accounting for small businesses, start-ups, or similar owner-led ventures.</li><li>Demonstrated expertise in inventory accounting (retail, manufacturing, wholesale, or distribution settings).</li><li>Exceptional clean-up, process improvement, and systems conversion skills.</li><li>Advanced Excel and comfort with manual/data-driven work environments; experience with QuickBooks and off-brand systems preferred.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate with entrepreneur-style leadership and adapt to different personalities.</li><li>Solutions-oriented, detail-focused, and highly autonomous.</li></ul><p><br></p>
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  • Glendale, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 55.00 - 65.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis. Based in Glendale, California, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to key financial operations and ensure accurate reporting. If you have a strong background in accounting and enjoy working in collaborative environments, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>We are seeking skilled Senior Accountant for an on-site assignment at multiple smaller divisions of our $1B+ organization. In this highly visible role, you will own all accounting functions for your assigned location, acting as the operational accounting lead. This is a hands-on, project-based contract (up to 6 months, with possible extension) ideal for self-starters who thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments. This role is on site in Vernon, CA everyday.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage all aspects of daily accounting operations: AP, AR, GL, reconciliations, month-end close, cash management, and bank activities.</li><li>Oversee inventory accounting in a product-driven environment (retail, manufacturing, wholesale, or distribution).</li><li>Dive into legacy financial data and “messy” books to drive clean-up, process improvements, and accurate reporting.</li><li>Serve as the main finance point of contact for site and leadership teams; communicate effectively with entrepreneur-minded managers and non-finance staff.</li><li>Prepare balance sheet and P& L statements; ensure compliance with company policies and GAAP.</li><li>Support audits, financial reviews, and provide reporting to corporate office.</li><li>Operate and adapt quickly across various accounting platforms, including QuickBooks, customized/legacy systems, and extensive Excel/spreadsheet-driven processes.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-02-05T16:58:59Z

Sr. Accountant Job in Glendale, CA | Robert Half