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Description We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in San Jose, California. This position is within a non-profit organization and offers a Contract to permanent opportunity for candidates seeking a long-term career. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in accounting functions and will play a key role in maintaining financial accuracy and compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and execute month-end closing procedures to ensure timely and accurate reporting.

• Oversee general ledger activities, ensuring all entries are correct and align with financial standards.

• Prepare and post journal entries, maintaining comprehensive documentation for all transactions.

• Perform account reconciliations, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues in a timely manner.

• Conduct bank reconciliations, ensuring all cash transactions are properly recorded and balanced.

• Collaborate with internal teams to support financial audits and provide necessary documentation.

• Analyze financial data to identify trends and recommend improvements to accounting processes.

• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and applicable accounting regulations.

• Assist in preparing financial statements and reports for management review.

• Support special projects and initiatives to enhance operational efficiency within the accounting department. Requirements • Proven experience in month-end close processes and financial reporting.

• Strong knowledge of general ledger functions and accounting principles.

• Proficiency in preparing and posting journal entries with attention to detail.

• Demonstrated ability to perform account and bank reconciliations accurately.

• Familiarity with financial software and tools to streamline accounting tasks.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to address discrepancies.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.

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