Senior Accountant
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Menlo Park, California. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong attention to detail and a solid background in general ledger management and financial reconciliation. You will play a key role in supporting the accounting team and contributing to critical financial projects.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assist the General Ledger team in consolidating accounts, posting journal entries, and reconciling financial statements.<br>• Manage approximately 10% of the company's accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial standards.<br>• Collaborate on project-based initiatives to validate data and streamline accounting processes.<br>• Conduct detailed reviews of journal entries and account reconciliations to maintain financial integrity.<br>• Utilize Oracle Fusion to support accounting tasks and enhance system efficiency.<br>• Ensure timely and accurate completion of month-end and year-end closing activities.<br>• Provide analytical support to resolve discrepancies and improve reporting accuracy.<br>• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure alignment on financial objectives.<br>• Support audit preparation and respond to inquiries from internal and external auditors.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, with a focus on General Ledger and financial reconciliation.<br>• Proficiency in Oracle Fusion or similar HCM SaaS platforms.<br>• Strong understanding of Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and journal entries.<br>• Proven ability to manage multiple accounts and reconcile financial data efficiently.<br>• Experience with bank reconciliations and financial statement preparation.<br>• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.<br>• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a team.<br>• Solid communication skills to convey financial information clearly and accurately.
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- Menlo Park, CA
- remote
- Temporary
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52.25 - 60.50 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Menlo Park, California. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong attention to detail and a solid background in general ledger management and financial reconciliation. You will play a key role in supporting the accounting team and contributing to critical financial projects.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assist the General Ledger team in consolidating accounts, posting journal entries, and reconciling financial statements.<br>• Manage approximately 10% of the company's accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial standards.<br>• Collaborate on project-based initiatives to validate data and streamline accounting processes.<br>• Conduct detailed reviews of journal entries and account reconciliations to maintain financial integrity.<br>• Utilize Oracle Fusion to support accounting tasks and enhance system efficiency.<br>• Ensure timely and accurate completion of month-end and year-end closing activities.<br>• Provide analytical support to resolve discrepancies and improve reporting accuracy.<br>• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure alignment on financial objectives.<br>• Support audit preparation and respond to inquiries from internal and external auditors.
- 2025-11-22T00:24:28Z