Sr. Accountant

Company: Robert Half
Location: Hayward
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description We are looking for a skilled Senior Accountant to join our client in Hayward, California. This role is a possible contract-to-permanent position, offering an opportunity to contribute to critical accounting functions while supporting financial operations. The ideal candidate will focus on improving processes, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining compliance with accounting standards. Responsibilities: • Manage monthly close procedures, ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and on schedule. • Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies to maintain financial integrity. • Conduct thorough reviews of inventory and provide detailed financial assessments. • Prepare and post journal entries while adhering to established accounting practices. • Perform bank reconciliations and ensure proper documentation for transactions. • Identify opportunities to enhance the close process and implement improvements. • Collaborate with the finance team to support cost accounting and FP& A activities. • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and organizational policies. • Provide financial insights and recommendations to support decision-making. • Assist in preparing financial statements and reports for external review. Please reach out to John Miller for immediate consideration at 925-271-4819. • Proven experience in month-end close processes and general ledger accounting. • Expertise in journal entries, account reconciliation, and bank reconciliations. • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess and improve financial processes. • Familiarity with inventory reconciliation and financial review procedures.

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