Accountant

Job Title: AccountantLocation: Sun Valley, CAJob Type: Permanent Direct Hire Schedule: Work from home: Mon and Fri. Work on site in Sun Valley office Tue- Wed-Thu. Job Overview:Applies complex principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports.Oversee the implementation of accounting controls.Must have at least 5 years of Accountant experience with a minimum 3+ years in a mid to senior level accountant role preferred.Must have experience with the full Accounting Close process and Financial Statement Preparation.

Skills & Experience:Minimum 5 Years of Accountant experience. Minimum 3 years+ mid-level Accountant experience with full Accounting Close process and Financial Statement preparation preferredExperience working in mid-large size corporationsExperienced in managing complex accounting and variance analysisDemonstrated experience in mentoring and training lower-level Accountants/Accounting Staff members Demonstrated experience in leading projects and teams Intermediate level user of Excel must be proficient with pivots, lookups, data managementGeneral Ledger, journal entries, calculating & posting accrualsFixed Assets, AP/AR, Purchasing & ProcurementStrong time management skills Strong communication & presentation skillsStrong analytical skills

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned and may vary by location. Prepares highly complex journal entries for entry into the general ledger system on a monthly basis by collecting necessary data, analyzing and/or allocating costs and preparing audit train support for the journal entries. Analyzes general ledger accounts for accuracy; analyzes accrual accounts to ensure proper accruals.Collects and analyzes financial data and prepares monthly combined financial statements and reports. Performs additional analysis for explanatory text required for reports and statement. Coordinates preparation of monthly financial package and reviews for accuracy.Participates in monthly financial meetings for discussion and review of monthly financial reports.Assists with the preparation of year-end closings. Prepares annual long-term and short-term financial statements in compliance with accounting guidelines and U.S. GAAP. Assists in the preparation of working papers for annual audit. Provides expertise and guidance to other Finance personnel for proper internal and external financial accounting procedures and their application.Assists with the preparation of annual budgets, updates, and strategic plans for assigned areas. Coordinates preparation of monthly combining entries to combine financial results. Prepares quarterly consolidation report for consolidation.Assists with the maintenance and application of internal controls. Prepares highly advanced financial reports in a timely and accurate manner; and completes individual analytical projects in a satisfactory manner given abstract project guidelines.Assists departmental managers/directors with supervision of other clerical and professional staff of the department as required.

Education and Experience:Bachelor's Degree (accredited) in accounting or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and four years of relevant work experience. Five years of relevant work experience (in addition to education requirement).Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required:Expert accounting, accounts payable, and/or accounts receivable knowledge may be required.

Skills and Certifications: Full accounting close process & Financial Statement PreparationCommunication & Presentation SkillsAnalytical and Critical Thinking skillsVariance AnalysisJournal entries, accruals, general ledgerSOX controlsAdvanced MS ExcelLeading Projects and Teams