Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Livingston, California. This role involves managing complex accounting tasks, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and supporting organizational budgetary processes. If you have a strong background in governmental accounting and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities:
• Maintain and analyze financial records to ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
• Develop, review, and implement budgets, assisting with planning and monitoring financial performance.
• Prepare, audit, and reconcile financial reports, statements, and records for accuracy.
• Manage general ledger accounts along with subsystems such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets.
• Process journal entries and perform account reconciliations to ensure financial data integrity.
• Train, supervise, and evaluate assigned personnel, providing mentorship and guidance.
• Identify and resolve accounting and budgeting issues, offering solutions to improve efficiency.
• Conduct special financial projects, prepare detailed reports, and assist external auditors during audits.
• Utilize accounting software to generate reports and support financial analysis.
• Provide support for payroll, purchasing, and inventory functions as needed.
For immediate consideration, contact Robert Half at 209-232-1991.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration.
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience
• Proficiency in accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger management, and journal entries.
• Strong skills in bank reconciliations and financial analysis.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software such as Springbrook.
• Ability to perform complex accounting tasks and prepare accurate financial reports.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to lead and train personnel.
• Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail in auditing and reconciling accounts.