Senior Accountant - Join Robert Half in San Ramon, CA

Robert Half is proud to partner with a dynamic organization in San Ramon, California, seeking a talented Senior Accountant to elevate their finance team. This full-time role offers the perfect blend of technical accounting expertise, analytical prowess, and process improvement opportunities. If you're a detail-oriented professional with a passion for GAAP-compliant financial reporting, month-end closes, and mentoring junior staff, this position in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area is your next career step. With San Ramon's thriving business environment and proximity to tech hubs like Silicon Valley, you'll contribute to operational success while enjoying California's vibrant lifestyle.

About the Role

As a Senior Accountant at our client's firm, you'll play a pivotal role in maintaining accurate financial records, driving data-informed decisions, and ensuring regulatory compliance. This position demands a proactive mindset to identify efficiencies in accounting processes, from fixed asset management to system implementations. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you'll collaborate cross-functionally with operations, budgeting teams, and external auditors. Ideal for CPAs or experienced accountants ready to advance, this role emphasizes technical skills like journal entries, reconciliations, and financial analysis, all while fostering a supportive team environment. San Ramon, CA, offers an ideal setting with its upscale suburban vibe, excellent schools, and easy access to Oakland and San Francisco.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day impact will be significant:

• Prepare and meticulously review journal entries, account reconciliations, and comprehensive monthly financial statements to ensure precision and timeliness.
• Conduct in-depth financial data analysis, delivering actionable insights that empower business leaders to make strategic decisions.
• Lead contributions to month-end and year-end closing processes, upholding strict GAAP standards and internal company procedures for flawless execution.
• Support audit preparations by compiling detailed schedules, documentation, and responding to auditor inquiries efficiently.
• Engage in budgeting and forecasting initiatives, leveraging your expertise to identify process streamlining opportunities and implement cutting-edge best practices.
• Mentor entry-level accounting staff, sharing knowledge to build a high-performing team and promote professional growth.
• Oversee fixed asset accounting, depreciation schedules, and expense allocations with accuracy and foresight.
• Collaborate on accounting system implementations or upgrades, ensuring seamless transitions and enhanced functionality.

These responsibilities position you at the core of financial operations, where your contributions directly influence the company's growth trajectory.

Required Qualifications

To excel in this Senior Accountant role, candidates must demonstrate:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; Master's degree or CPA certification highly preferred.
• At least 5-7 years of hands-on experience in progressive accounting roles, ideally within corporate or mid-sized enterprises.
• Deep expertise in GAAP, financial reporting, and compliance frameworks, with proven month-end/year-end close experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros) and ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle NetSuite, or QuickBooks.
• Strong analytical skills to dissect complex financial data and recommend process improvements.
• Demonstrated ability to manage fixed assets, expense allocations, and audit support processes end-to-end.
• Experience mentoring junior accountants and collaborating in team settings.
• Exceptional attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with stakeholders at all levels.

Robert Half prioritizes diverse, qualified candidates ready to thrive in a fast-paced San Ramon environment.

Why Join Us?

Partnering with Robert Half means accessing top-tier opportunities with competitive compensation—estimated at $79,000-$108,000 annually based on $38-$52/hour (full-time equivalent). Beyond salary, enjoy robust benefits like comprehensive health coverage, 401(k) matching, generous PTO, and professional development support including CPA exam reimbursements. Our client offers flexible hybrid work options in sunny San Ramon, CA, near Bishop Ranch business parks and outdoor attractions like Mount Diablo. As part of Robert Half's network, gain exclusive career coaching, job alerts, and connections to leading Bay Area employers. This Senior Accountant position isn't just a job—it's a launchpad for your finance career in one of California's most desirable locations. Apply today through Robert Half and secure your future in accounting excellence!

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