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Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to join our team on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position in El Monte, California. The ideal candidate will have experience in full-cycle accounting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Bilingual proficiency in Japanese or another Asian language is highly preferred, along with strong skills in Excel and familiarity with accounting principles.

Responsibilities:

Maintain general ledger accounts by reconciling transactions and preparing journal entries.

Prepare financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.

Analyze financial data and provide insights to management for decision-making purposes.

Ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and company policies.

Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes, including variance analysis.

Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including processing invoices, payments, and collections.

Reconcile bank statements and other financial accounts.

Assist with internal and external audits by providing supporting documentation and explanations as needed.

Stay updated on changes in accounting standards, regulations, and best practices.

Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and analysis.

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software systems.

• Experience with full-cycle accounting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations.

• Ability to prepare financial statements and support month-end closing processes.

• Knowledge of tax regulations and ability to assist with document preparation.

• Skilled in financial analysis and reporting.

• Familiarity with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in all accounting tasks.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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