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Senior Accountant
<p><strong>Senior Accountant (Hybrid) – Full Time</strong></p><p>&#128205; <em>San Mateo, CA</em> | &#128338; <em>Full-Time</em> | &#128260; <em>Hybrid (3 days onsite / 2 days remote)</em></p><p><strong>Company Overview</strong></p><p> We are a dynamic and growing company based in San Mateo, CA, seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> to join our finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in maintaining the integrity of our financial reporting and supporting business operations in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.</p><p>If you are a hands-on accounting professional who thrives on accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement, we’d love to hear from you!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and maintain accurate general ledger entries, accruals, and account reconciliations</li><li>Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes</li><li>Assist with preparation of financial statements in compliance with GAAP</li><li>Analyze financial data and present insights to leadership for strategic decision-making</li><li>Manage fixed assets and depreciation schedules</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis activities</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors and assist with annual audits</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams including AP, AR, Payroll, and FP& A</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field required</li><li>CPA or CPA track preferred</li><li>4–6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public/private mix preferred</li><li>Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and internal controls</li><li>Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.); experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Sage Intacct, QuickBooks)</li><li>Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines</li><li>High attention to detail and accuracy</li></ul><p><strong>Work Environment & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Schedule</strong>: Monday–Friday, regular business hours</li><li><strong>Location</strong>: Hybrid – 3 days onsite in San Mateo, 2 days remote</li><li>Opportunities for professional development and growth</li><li>Collaborative and inclusive team culture</li></ul><p><br></p>
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  • San Mateo, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 40.00 - 50.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Senior Accountant (Hybrid) – Full Time</strong></p><p>&#128205; <em>San Mateo, CA</em> | &#128338; <em>Full-Time</em> | &#128260; <em>Hybrid (3 days onsite / 2 days remote)</em></p><p><strong>Company Overview</strong></p><p> We are a dynamic and growing company based in San Mateo, CA, seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> to join our finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in maintaining the integrity of our financial reporting and supporting business operations in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.</p><p>If you are a hands-on accounting professional who thrives on accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement, we’d love to hear from you!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and maintain accurate general ledger entries, accruals, and account reconciliations</li><li>Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes</li><li>Assist with preparation of financial statements in compliance with GAAP</li><li>Analyze financial data and present insights to leadership for strategic decision-making</li><li>Manage fixed assets and depreciation schedules</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis activities</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors and assist with annual audits</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams including AP, AR, Payroll, and FP& A</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-09-08T23:54:32Z

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