Aston Carter Fully Remote Senior Accountant Needed in Calabasas, California

Fully Remote Senior Accountant Needed! 9+ month contract Large company! Description: The Senior Accountant is proactive and contributes to the delivery of accurate financial statements through account maintenance, reconciliation, and analysis. • Prepare account reconciliations for assigned accounts which will generally include the more complex general ledger accounts • Perform month-end close activities, including journal entry preparation for all areas assigned • Ability to make judgmental estimates with proper support and documentation • Perform monthly analysis and commentary for period over period changes along with variances to budget/forecast • Analyze accounts and resolve discrepancies • Ensure all accruals are recorded properly • Review operating expense accounts to ensure all transactions have been properly recorded provide commentary on changes from period to period • Provide commentary on changes from period to period • Investigate and follow-up on account inquiries from operating managers • Maintain detailed supporting schedules for balance sheet accounts • Enhance processes and ensure internal controls are followed • Prepare schedules for auditors • Engage in frequent face to face, video, and telephonic communication with functional business leaders • Assist in any analyses and investigations as needed in preparation for meetings with Sr. Management (i.e. Op Reviews, Annual Budget, Strategic Plan, etc...) • Assist others in the group as needed • Regular attendance is an essential function of the job Skills & Qualifications: • Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or finance required • 3+ years of progressive responsibility in accounting and financial reporting • Lease Accounting experience required (ASC 842/840) • Experience preparing GAAP financial statements (P&L, BS, CF) • 2+ years’ experience working for a Big 4 company preferred • Strong GL accounting skills • Detailed oriented • Ability to provide insight & assistance to staff accountants • Strong knowledge of US GAAP, accounting principles, internal controls, and financial reporting • Ability to develop, improve, document and follow processes • Ability to provide high quality deliverables while meeting deadlines • Strong oral and written communication skills • Excellent project management, organizing and planning skills • Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel Please apply if interested! About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options. Source link Apply tot his job Apply To this Job