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We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in the Burbank area of California on a Contract basis. This role supports accurate financial reporting and helps maintain the integrity of accounting activity for assigned business entities through hands-on month-end work, analysis, and reconciliation. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound financial judgment, and the ability to work effectively across routine close activities and special accounting projects.
Job Responsibility
Prepare recurring and non-recurring journal entries to support monthly accounting activity for assigned entities
Reconcile general ledger accounts and maintain detailed roll-forwards to ensure balances are complete, accurate, and well supported
Investigate account discrepancies, identify unusual fluctuations, and record necessary reclassifications or adjustments
Produce and review period-end financial reporting packages, including balance sheet, income statement, and operating expense statements
Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes by validating account activity and resolving open items on schedule
Support quarterly analytical review work by compiling financial data and assisting with variance explanations
Assemble audit and tax support schedules required for year-end reporting and compliance activities
Partner with accounting leadership on special projects and additional financial assignments as business needs arise
Requirements
Proven experience in senior-level accounting within a manufacturing or similarly complex operating environment
Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entries, and month-end close procedures
Demonstrated knowledge of fixed assets and inventory
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for analysis, reconciliation, and financial reporting tasks
Experience using ERP or accounting platforms such as NetSuite, Oracle, or SAP
Ability to analyze financial results, identify variances, and recommend appropriate corrections
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and shifting priorities in a Contract role