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We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join our team in Santa Clara, California. This is a long-term contract position offering the opportunity to contribute to complex financial operations involving gifts and endowment accounting. The ideal candidate will excel in handling detailed tasks, be proficient in advanced Excel functions, and demonstrate the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Job Responsibility:
Manage gifts and contribution accounting activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established guidelines
Prepare and analyze financial reports related to endowments and funds
Collaborate with external auditors to provide necessary documentation and support during audits
Utilize advanced Excel skills, to complete detailed worksheets
Maintain general ledger accounts and reconcile discrepancies
Ensure timely and accurate completion of accounting tasks with minimal supervision
Apply expertise in fund accounting to handle large and intricate financial structures
Ask probing questions and proactively address challenges to deliver high-quality results
Work within the Workday system to manage financial data and processes efficiently
Requirements:
Extensive experience in general ledger accounting
Proficiency in advanced Excel functions and formulas
Strong knowledge of fund accounting principles and practices preferred
Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage detailed tasks effectively
Proven experience collaborating with external auditors
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting
Ability to adapt quickly to complex financial environments
Familiarity with Workday Financial is required
What we offer:
medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible)
paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time