Staff Accountant

DescriptionMax Young (max.young@roberthalf.com) with Robert Half Finance is recruiting a full-time Staff Accountant for an established real-estate firm. This Staff Accountant position is for candidates who can prepare journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliation, fixed asset maintenance, and general ledger reconciliation. This role will involve internal reporting during the monthly close, participation in compliance, interaction with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits, and reviewing schedules reporting processes. This is a challenging, multi-faceted opportunity in the Los Angeles, California area, at a company where effort is rewarded. You might be our ideal candidate, if you are a detail-oriented and analytical thinker with a talent for creating Financial Statements, Cash Flow projections, and Budgets.Your responsibilities

Assemble journal entries and thorough account reconciliations that include, but are not limited to, cash, prepaid expenses, and payroll

Manage schedules for capital lease and monthly payments

In-depth knowledge of reconciling month end balance sheet accounts

Prepare analyses for monthly balance sheets and income statements for management to report on

Implement, maintain, and adhere to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP

Manage reconciliation, depreciation, and fixed asset ledgers

Manage intercompany billings, transactions, and reconciliation

Periodically maintain and reconcile journal entries

Prepare monthly financial close workbooks to support the month end, quarter end and year end closing process

Partake in a variety of department-wide initiatives

Analyze and coordinate a variety of financial data, and report it in a useful and understandable manner

Special projects and impromptu reporting, upon request

Produce journal entries and perform the month end close under minimal supervision

Requirements

Self-driven motivator who takes initiative on projects with a strong ability to understand and solve creative challenges

Accounts Receivable (AR) experience

Solid understanding of month end closings

Accounts Payable (AP) experience required

Ability to work within spreadsheets and databases

Attentive, ability to work independently and prioritize tasks

Working knowledge of spreadsheets and databases

BA/BS or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Economics

Exemplary analytical, quantitative and social skills

Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work well in matrix organization and dealing with ambiguity

2+ years of recent and relevant accounting experience

Current and relevant ERP system experience

Dedication and requisite skills to meet critical business deadlines

Robert Half Finance & Accounting matches skilled finance and accounting professionals in the areas of accounting, bookkeeping, finance, audit, taxation and more on a full-time basis. Our personalized approach, innovative matching technology and global network with local market expertise help you find the legal opportunities that match your skills and priorities — fast. By working with us, you have access to challenging opportunities, competitive compensation and benefits, and training to enhance your skill sets.From philanthropy to environmental stewardship to employee programs, Robert Half is proud to have an active role in the communities in which we live and work. Our company has appeared on FORTUNE’s “Most Admired Companies” list every year since 1998.Download our mobile app to take your job search on the go!Contact your local office at 888.490.5461 or visit www.roberthalf.com/jobs/finance to apply for this job now or find out more about other job opportunities.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.© 2020 Robert Half Finance & Accounting. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans.By clicking 'Apply Now' you are agreeing to Robert Half Terms of Use.Salary: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 / YearlyLocation: Los Angeles, CADate Posted: July 14, 2020Employment Type: Full-timeJob Reference: 00320-0011501250Staffing Area: Full-Time Accounting u0026 Finance