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We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join a contract opportunity with a growing advertising-focused organization in Irvine, California. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting specialist who can support a fast-moving environment, oversee critical close activities, and strengthen financial reporting accuracy. The position offers a hybrid schedule and requires a strong blend of technical accounting knowledge, analytical ability, and comfort working through complex operational changes.
Job Responsibility:
Lead core month-end close activities, including preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules to meet a six-day close timeline
Manage general ledger accuracy by investigating variances, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring financial data is properly recorded and maintained
Prepare financial statement support and assist with audit-related requests by organizing documentation and responding to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders
Perform detailed account reconciliations across operating expense areas and follow issues through to resolution in a timely manner
Contribute directly as a hands-on accounting leader, partnering with senior accounting staff while handling the majority of day-to-day accounting execution
Support accounting system-related initiatives by validating vendor data, testing transactions, and helping confirm processes function correctly in updated platforms
Analyze large data sets in Excel to identify trends, improve reporting quality, and produce meaningful insights for finance and accounting leadership
Collaborate with cross-functional teams during a period of organizational activity, including integration support tied to newly added business operations
Requirements:
7+ years of accounting experience, including substantial exposure to month-end close, general ledger activity, and account reconciliation
Strong background in preparing journal entries, reviewing financial results, and supporting financial statement audit processes
Experience working in public company environments is preferred, and public accounting experience is a strong advantage
Proficiency with Sage 300 and NetSuite, including experience supporting implementation, testing, or system conversion efforts
Advanced Excel skills with the ability to work through large data volumes using tools such as filters, reporting functions, and Power Query
Proven ability to operate in a hands-on role with minimal oversight while managing competing deadlines in a fast-paced setting
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, particularly when reviewing data quality, validating transactions, and improving accounting processes
Nice to have:
Experience working in public company environments
public accounting experience
What we offer:
medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible)
paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time
paid holidays
Choice Time Off (CTO) up to 13 days per calendar year