Senior Accountant Consultant

Senior Accountant Consultant

Location: Montebello, CA

Pay: $35-50/hour, based on experience

Schedule: Monday–Friday | Full-Time | Onsite

Position Type: Contract

Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant Consultant who can quickly integrate into the accounting team and provide immediate support with minimal training. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, has advanced Excel skills, and is comfortable taking ownership of month-end responsibilities and complex accounting tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support the month-end and year-end close process, including preparing and posting journal entries.
• Perform account, bank, and balance sheet reconciliations while researching and resolving discrepancies.
• Analyze financial data and prepare schedules, reports, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with general ledger maintenance and ensure the accuracy of financial records.
• Support accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and other month-end accounting activities.
• Utilize advanced Excel to analyze large datasets, create Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP functions, and streamline reporting.
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve accounting issues and improve processes.
• Assist with audit requests and prepare documentation for internal and external auditors.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and help maintain strong internal controls.
• Jump in wherever needed to support the accounting team and meet critical deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including senior-level accounting responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and month-end close procedures.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, formulas, data analysis).
• Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks, and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Available to start immediately is highly preferred.

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