<p>Our client in West LA is seeking a Senior Accountant on a contract-to-hire basis. The Senior Accountant must be able to complete a full set of tax-ready financials, including preparing files for year-end close, off-cycle payrolls, and 401(k) and 1099 processing. Experience with Gusto and ADP is preferred.</p><p><br></p><p>Key responsibilities include analyzing profit and loss statements and balance sheets for multiple clients, supporting and performing accrual accounting, and maintaining organized records and processes. The ideal candidate will be highly skilled in reviewing and supervising bookkeeping, possess strong analytical abilities in both cash and accrual accounting, and have experience preparing tax-ready financial statements.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide immediate and ongoing support during staff leave and maternity coverage.</p><p>• Review, analyze, and finalize P& L and balance sheets for various clients.</p><p>• Complete a full set of tax-ready financials.</p><p>• Lead and perform accrual accounting and assist in the transition from cash basis.</p><p>• Oversee year-end close, off-cycle payroll, 401(k) administration, and 1099 filings (Gusto/ADP).</p><p>• Supervise and support bookkeeping staff, ensuring file accuracy and completeness.</p><p>• Organize client records and accounting processes for continuity during extended absences.</p><p>• Ensure compliance, accuracy, and timely completion of all accounting tasks.</p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications:</p><p>• Proven experience as a Senior Accountant, including completion of tax-ready financials.</p><p>• Strong background in both accrual and cash accounting.</p><p>• Proficiency with Gusto and ADP, with payroll and tax filing experience.</p><p>• Ability to handle multi-client account reviews and support bookkeeping staff.</p><p>• Highly organized and able to meet critical deadlines.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an onsite role in West LA, Monday through Friday. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with pay between $90–100k, based on experience.</p>

• Extensive experience as a Senior Accountant, with proficiency in preparing tax-ready financial statements.<br>• Strong knowledge of accrual accounting and familiarity with transitioning from cash basis.<br>• Expertise in payroll and tax filings, including experience with Gusto.<br>• Proven ability to manage and review multi-client accounts and supervise bookkeeping staff.<br>• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to meet critical deadlines.<br>• Proficiency in month-end close processes, general ledger maintenance, and bank reconciliations.<br>• Advanced analytical abilities to review financial data and ensure accuracy.<br>• Ability to work onsite Monday through Friday in Los Angeles, California.

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