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Senior Accountant
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Senior Accountant – Full-Time Engagement Professionals (San Francisco)
Join our growing San Francisco Full-Time Engagement Professionals (FTEP) practice as a Senior Accountant, where you’ll support a diverse portfolio of clients while gaining exposure to complex accounting environments and high-impact projects.
This opportunity is ideal for professionals with 5+ years of progressive accounting experience who are looking to expand their technical expertise, drive process improvements, and make an immediate impact across multiple organizations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and full financial statements
- Own and drive month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Oversee AP/AR, payroll, and cash management activities, identifying opportunities for process optimization
- Perform variance analysis, investigate discrepancies, and provide actionable insights to stakeholders
- Maintain and improve general ledger integrity, ensuring compliance with GAAP
- Partner directly with client leadership (Controllers, CFOs) to resolve complex accounting issues and improve workflows
- Support audit readiness, including preparation of schedules and coordination with external auditors
- Identify and implement process improvements and system enhancements to increase efficiency and reduce close timelines
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Strong command of GAAP and technical accounting concepts
- Advanced Excel skills and hands-on experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Intacct, etc.)
- Proven ability to own workflows, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in fast-paced environments
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Experience with process improvement, system implementations, or automation initiatives is a plus
- Ability to quickly adapt and add value across dynamic client environments
Why Join Our Team?
- Gain exposure to a wide range of industries, systems, and accounting challenges across San Francisco
- Work on high-impact projects where you can drive efficiencies and influence business outcomes
- Collaborative, high-performing team with a strong focus on career growth and professional development
- Access to ongoing training, mentorship, and leadership opportunities
- Highly competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, with stability and variety in your work