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Senior Accountant
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Senior Accountant – Full-Time Engagement Professionals</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> San Mateo County &amp; Palo Alto Markets, CA</p><p><strong>Company:</strong> Robert Half</p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is seeking an experienced and driven Senior Accountant to join our Full-Time Engagement Professionals (FTEP) practice supporting clients across San Mateo County and the Palo Alto area. This full-time role offers the stability of permanent employment with the opportunity to work on diverse accounting projects and interim assignments with leading organizations.</p><p>The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, experience managing month-end close processes, and the ability to thrive in dynamic client environments.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements</li><li>Analyze financial results and identify trends or variances</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and audit activities</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies</li><li>Assist with process improvements and system implementations</li><li>Mentor junior accounting staff and support cross-functional teams</li><li>Manage special accounting projects and reporting requests</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field</li><li>4+ years of progressive accounting experience preferred</li><li>Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting</li><li>Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics</li><li>Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required</li><li>CPA or CPA-track preferred</li><li>Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills</li><li>Ability to adapt quickly and manage multiple client engagements</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join the Full-Time Engagement Professionals Practice?</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits and paid time off</li><li>Opportunity to work with top companies across a variety of industries</li><li>Exposure to diverse accounting environments and systems</li><li>Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities</li><li>Stability of full-time employment combined with project variety</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.</p> <p>Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app" target="_blank">Download the Robert Half app</a> and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.</p> <p>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at <a href="https://www.roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources" target="_blank">roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources</a>.</p> <p>© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms">Terms of Use</a> and <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy">Privacy Notice</a>.</p>
  • San Mateo, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 40 - 55 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Senior Accountant – Full-Time Engagement Professionals</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> San Mateo County &amp; Palo Alto Markets, CA</p><p><strong>Company:</strong> Robert Half</p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is seeking an experienced and driven Senior Accountant to join our Full-Time Engagement Professionals (FTEP) practice supporting clients across San Mateo County and the Palo Alto area. This full-time role offers the stability of permanent employment with the opportunity to work on diverse accounting projects and interim assignments with leading organizations.</p><p>The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, experience managing month-end close processes, and the ability to thrive in dynamic client environments.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements</li><li>Analyze financial results and identify trends or variances</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and audit activities</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies</li><li>Assist with process improvements and system implementations</li><li>Mentor junior accounting staff and support cross-functional teams</li><li>Manage special accounting projects and reporting requests</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-05-29T00:00:00Z

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