Sr. Accountant - Careers at Robert Half
Robert Half
Sr. Accountant - Careers at Robert Half
Job Description
About the Sr. Accountant Role at Robert Half
Robert Half is thrilled to present an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Accountant in Downey, California. This full-time position offers a competitive salary starting at $90,000 annually, with potential up to $110,000 based on experience. As a leader in finance and accounting staffing, Robert Half connects top talent with premier employers seeking expertise in complex financial operations. This role is perfect for seasoned accountants with a passion for real estate finance, GAAP compliance, and driving financial accuracy in a dynamic agency environment.
Working under the direction of a Controller, you'll handle sophisticated accounting duties, from daily transaction processing to strategic financial analysis. This position demands precision in maintaining ledgers, reconciling complex records, and supporting annual audits. Downey, CA, known for its vibrant business community and proximity to Los Angeles, provides an ideal setting for career growth in property management and financial services. Join Robert Half to elevate your career with a role that blends hands-on accounting with high-impact responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
Your day-to-day will involve a wide array of essential tasks critical to the agency's financial health:
- Execute daily operations like receiving checks, posting receipts, preparing deposits, reviewing payables, tenant billing adjustments, prepayment applications, and gross sales updates.
- Lead the monthly accounting close, recording operational activities, rental/ancillary income, and reconciling cash receipts.
- Prepare bank reconciliations, security deposit ledgers, property tax accruals, debt service (principal, interest, escrow), and prepaid amortizations.
- Maintain fixed assets, calculate depreciation/amortization, and ensure proper capitalization with the Controller.
- Process semi-monthly payroll, accrue liabilities (utilities, management fees, G&A), and analyze bad debt/prepaid rent.
- Perform monthly budget variance analysis, forecasting income/expenses/cash flow, and prepare investor/lender financial statements.
- Support quarterly consolidations, annual budgeting, and audits while drafting policies and procedures.
- Handle ad hoc projects and ensure all records align with GAAP and agency standards.
Required Qualifications
To excel as our Sr. Accountant, you need:
- A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, with CPA preferred.
- 5+ years in accounting, ideally in real estate or property management.
- Expertise in Excel, ERP systems, and financial software.
- Strong GAAP knowledge, analytical prowess for variances and forecasting.
- Proven month-end close, reconciliation, and audit experience.
- Excellent collaboration skills for working with controllers, auditors, and teams.
This role requires meticulous attention to detail, problem-solving, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced settings.
Why Join Us at Robert Half?
Partnering with Robert Half means accessing unparalleled benefits and growth. Enjoy competitive pay, robust health coverage, 401(k) matching, PTO, and professional development. Our network opens doors to top Downey, CA jobs in accounting and finance. With hybrid options and bonuses, this Sr. Accountant position offers stability and advancement in Southern California's thriving market. Apply now to secure your future with Robert Half—where exceptional talent meets extraordinary opportunities. Keywords: Sr. Accountant Downey CA, real estate accounting jobs, GAAP accountant careers.
Locations
- Downey, California, United States
Salary
90,000 - 110,000 USD / yearly
90,000 - 110,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Financial Reportingintermediate
- Bank Reconciliationsintermediate
- GAAP Complianceintermediate
- Monthly Close Processesintermediate
- Fixed Asset Managementintermediate
- Budget Preparationintermediate
- Variance Analysisintermediate
- Audit Supportintermediate
- Cash Flow Forecastingintermediate
- Payroll Processingintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (experience)
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in real estate or property management (experience)
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Yardi, QuickBooks) (experience)
- In-depth knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards (experience)
- Strong analytical skills with experience in variance analysis and forecasting (experience)
- Proven ability to manage month-end close processes and reconciliations (experience)
- Excellent communication skills for collaborating with controllers, auditors, and stakeholders (experience)
- CPA certification preferred (experience)
Responsibilities
- Perform daily accounting tasks including posting receipts, payables, tenant billing adjustments, and updating gross sales reports
- Execute monthly accounting close processes and prepare balance sheet support schedules
- Record and reconcile rental income, ancillary income, and cash receipts
- Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and reconcile security deposits
- Manage fixed assets, depreciation, amortization, and prepaid items
- Accrue property taxes, debt service, payroll, and other liabilities
- Conduct monthly budget variance analysis and prepare financial statements for investors and lenders
- Assist in annual budgeting, quarterly consolidations, forecasting, and year-end audits
- Collaborate with Controller on policies, procedures, capitalization decisions, and ad hoc projects
- Ensure all financial records comply with GAAP and agency policies
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary range of $90,000 - $110,000 annually based on experience
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
- general: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching
- general: Generous paid time off, holidays, and flexible scheduling
- general: Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement
- general: Robert Half's industry-leading career placement support and networking events
- general: Hybrid work options available for eligible roles
- general: Performance-based bonuses and incentives
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Sr. Accountant - Careers at Robert Half
Robert Half
Sr. Accountant - Careers at Robert Half
Job Description
About the Sr. Accountant Role at Robert Half
Robert Half is thrilled to present an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Accountant in Downey, California. This full-time position offers a competitive salary starting at $90,000 annually, with potential up to $110,000 based on experience. As a leader in finance and accounting staffing, Robert Half connects top talent with premier employers seeking expertise in complex financial operations. This role is perfect for seasoned accountants with a passion for real estate finance, GAAP compliance, and driving financial accuracy in a dynamic agency environment.
Working under the direction of a Controller, you'll handle sophisticated accounting duties, from daily transaction processing to strategic financial analysis. This position demands precision in maintaining ledgers, reconciling complex records, and supporting annual audits. Downey, CA, known for its vibrant business community and proximity to Los Angeles, provides an ideal setting for career growth in property management and financial services. Join Robert Half to elevate your career with a role that blends hands-on accounting with high-impact responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
Your day-to-day will involve a wide array of essential tasks critical to the agency's financial health:
- Execute daily operations like receiving checks, posting receipts, preparing deposits, reviewing payables, tenant billing adjustments, prepayment applications, and gross sales updates.
- Lead the monthly accounting close, recording operational activities, rental/ancillary income, and reconciling cash receipts.
- Prepare bank reconciliations, security deposit ledgers, property tax accruals, debt service (principal, interest, escrow), and prepaid amortizations.
- Maintain fixed assets, calculate depreciation/amortization, and ensure proper capitalization with the Controller.
- Process semi-monthly payroll, accrue liabilities (utilities, management fees, G&A), and analyze bad debt/prepaid rent.
- Perform monthly budget variance analysis, forecasting income/expenses/cash flow, and prepare investor/lender financial statements.
- Support quarterly consolidations, annual budgeting, and audits while drafting policies and procedures.
- Handle ad hoc projects and ensure all records align with GAAP and agency standards.
Required Qualifications
To excel as our Sr. Accountant, you need:
- A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, with CPA preferred.
- 5+ years in accounting, ideally in real estate or property management.
- Expertise in Excel, ERP systems, and financial software.
- Strong GAAP knowledge, analytical prowess for variances and forecasting.
- Proven month-end close, reconciliation, and audit experience.
- Excellent collaboration skills for working with controllers, auditors, and teams.
This role requires meticulous attention to detail, problem-solving, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced settings.
Why Join Us at Robert Half?
Partnering with Robert Half means accessing unparalleled benefits and growth. Enjoy competitive pay, robust health coverage, 401(k) matching, PTO, and professional development. Our network opens doors to top Downey, CA jobs in accounting and finance. With hybrid options and bonuses, this Sr. Accountant position offers stability and advancement in Southern California's thriving market. Apply now to secure your future with Robert Half—where exceptional talent meets extraordinary opportunities. Keywords: Sr. Accountant Downey CA, real estate accounting jobs, GAAP accountant careers.
Locations
- Downey, California, United States
Salary
90,000 - 110,000 USD / yearly
90,000 - 110,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Financial Reportingintermediate
- Bank Reconciliationsintermediate
- GAAP Complianceintermediate
- Monthly Close Processesintermediate
- Fixed Asset Managementintermediate
- Budget Preparationintermediate
- Variance Analysisintermediate
- Audit Supportintermediate
- Cash Flow Forecastingintermediate
- Payroll Processingintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (experience)
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in real estate or property management (experience)
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Yardi, QuickBooks) (experience)
- In-depth knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards (experience)
- Strong analytical skills with experience in variance analysis and forecasting (experience)
- Proven ability to manage month-end close processes and reconciliations (experience)
- Excellent communication skills for collaborating with controllers, auditors, and stakeholders (experience)
- CPA certification preferred (experience)
Responsibilities
- Perform daily accounting tasks including posting receipts, payables, tenant billing adjustments, and updating gross sales reports
- Execute monthly accounting close processes and prepare balance sheet support schedules
- Record and reconcile rental income, ancillary income, and cash receipts
- Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and reconcile security deposits
- Manage fixed assets, depreciation, amortization, and prepaid items
- Accrue property taxes, debt service, payroll, and other liabilities
- Conduct monthly budget variance analysis and prepare financial statements for investors and lenders
- Assist in annual budgeting, quarterly consolidations, forecasting, and year-end audits
- Collaborate with Controller on policies, procedures, capitalization decisions, and ad hoc projects
- Ensure all financial records comply with GAAP and agency policies
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary range of $90,000 - $110,000 annually based on experience
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
- general: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching
- general: Generous paid time off, holidays, and flexible scheduling
- general: Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement
- general: Robert Half's industry-leading career placement support and networking events
- general: Hybrid work options available for eligible roles
- general: Performance-based bonuses and incentives
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