Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant to support the accounting and financial reporting functions across its construction, land development, and commercial property operations. This role will be heavily involved in month-end close, financial analysis, reconciliations, budgeting support, and project accounting activities. The ideal candidate will have strong general accounting experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work cross-functionally within a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
* Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
* Prepare and analyze financial statements and supporting schedules for multiple entities
* Perform balance sheet reconciliations, account analysis, and variance investigations to ensure accurate financial reporting
* Support general ledger accounting and maintain the integrity of financial records
* Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, job costing, and cash management activities
* Prepare budget schedules, forecasts, and variance analyses to support operational and financial planning
* Reconcile payroll-related accounts and support payroll accounting activities, including wage, tax, and benefits reconciliations
* Partner with operations and project teams to ensure accurate cost tracking and financial reporting for ongoing projects
* Assist with audit preparation, tax support, and insurance reporting by preparing schedules and supporting documentation
* Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and strengthen internal controls
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
* 4+ years of progressive accounting experience
* Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
* Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
* Construction, real estate, property management, or project-based accounting experience preferred
* Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
* Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems; Sage 300 CRE experience is highly preferred
* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.