We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our team on a 4-week project. This role is hybrid (3 days onsite in Mountain View, California and 2 days remote). We need a former Big 4 CPA firm alum with a strong background in financial statement preparation, audits, and general ledger management. If you have over five years of experience, including expertise in month-end close processes and financial analysis, we need you to apply asap. Our client is expecting someone to start as soon as 10/6 and as late as 10/13. If you are proficient NetSuite and have helped start-ups raise funds in the past, then you are a strong fit for this role. Responsibilities Audit Preparation and Coordination<ul><li>Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive audit prep plan, including the identification of key priorities and deadlines.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., finance, operations, and compliance) to ensure the timely collection and organization of required audit materials.</li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and assist with addressing audit prep inquiries.</li></ul>Financial Review and Reconciliations<ul><li>Oversee detailed reconciliations of accounts, including balance sheet and income statement items, ensuring accuracy and alignment across financial statements.</li><li>Identify discrepancies, errors, or potential audit risks and implement corrective actions to resolve them promptly.</li></ul>Document Collection and Quality Control<ul><li>Ensure all financial records, contracts, invoices, tax filings, and supporting documentation are complete, accurate, and audit ready.</li><li>Implement a standardized approach for organizing and maintaining audit documentation to ensure accessibility and compliance.</li></ul>Internal Controls and Risk Mitigation<ul><li>Review and evaluate existing internal controls to confirm their effectiveness and identify gaps or areas for improvement.</li><li>Recommend and implement process enhancements to address control deficiencies and improve audit outcomes.</li></ul>Stakeholder Collaboration and Best Practices<ul><li>Partner closely with internal teams to clarify audit requirements and provide guidance on compliance and process improvements.</li><li>Train key stakeholders on best practices for audit preparedness and documentation protocols.</li></ul>Deliverables and Reporting<ul><li>Prepare and deliver progress updates, summaries, and final audit-ready reports to the project sponsor and identified stakeholders.</li><li>Ensure that all project deliverables meet the standards required for a smooth and efficient audit process.</li></ul>Compliance and Technical Expertise<ul><li>Apply expertise in GAAP, ASC guidelines, and other applicable accounting standards to validate the accuracy of financial records.</li><li>Stay updated on industry best practices and evolving regulatory requirements to ensure compliance throughout the preparation process.</li></ul>

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience with a Big 4 CPA firm.• Expertise in month-end close processes and general ledger management.• Proven ability to prepare and analyze financial statements and consolidated reports.• Strong experience in financial statement audits and account reconciliations.• Proficiency in creating and reviewing journal entries using NetSuite.• Solid understanding of accounting principles and regulatory standards.• Excellent organizational and analytical skills to manage complex financial data.• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external auditors.

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Mountain View, CA
onsite
Temporary
65.00 - 75.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our team on a 4-week project. This role is hybrid (3 days onsite in Mountain View, California and 2 days remote). We need a former Big 4 CPA firm alum with a strong background in financial statement preparation, audits, and general ledger management. If you have over five years of experience, including expertise in month-end close processes and financial analysis, we need you to apply asap. Our client is expecting someone to start as soon as 10/6 and as late as 10/13. If you are proficient NetSuite and have helped start-ups raise funds in the past, then you are a strong fit for this role. Responsibilities Audit Preparation and Coordination<ul><li>Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive audit prep plan, including the identification of key priorities and deadlines.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., finance, operations, and compliance) to ensure the timely collection and organization of required audit materials.</li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and assist with addressing audit prep inquiries.</li></ul>Financial Review and Reconciliations<ul><li>Oversee detailed reconciliations of accounts, including balance sheet and income statement items, ensuring accuracy and alignment across financial statements.</li><li>Identify discrepancies, errors, or potential audit risks and implement corrective actions to resolve them promptly.</li></ul>Document Collection and Quality Control<ul><li>Ensure all financial records, contracts, invoices, tax filings, and supporting documentation are complete, accurate, and audit ready.</li><li>Implement a standardized approach for organizing and maintaining audit documentation to ensure accessibility and compliance.</li></ul>Internal Controls and Risk Mitigation<ul><li>Review and evaluate existing internal controls to confirm their effectiveness and identify gaps or areas for improvement.</li><li>Recommend and implement process enhancements to address control deficiencies and improve audit outcomes.</li></ul>Stakeholder Collaboration and Best Practices<ul><li>Partner closely with internal teams to clarify audit requirements and provide guidance on compliance and process improvements.</li><li>Train key stakeholders on best practices for audit preparedness and documentation protocols.</li></ul>Deliverables and Reporting<ul><li>Prepare and deliver progress updates, summaries, and final audit-ready reports to the project sponsor and identified stakeholders.</li><li>Ensure that all project deliverables meet the standards required for a smooth and efficient audit process.</li></ul>Compliance and Technical Expertise<ul><li>Apply expertise in GAAP, ASC guidelines, and other applicable accounting standards to validate the accuracy of financial records.</li><li>Stay updated on industry best practices and evolving regulatory requirements to ensure compliance throughout the preparation process.</li></ul>
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