Senior Accountant - Inventory General Ledger

Senior Accountant – Inventory General Ledger (CONTRACT) You are a detail-oriented and analytical accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys owning complex general ledger accounting responsibilities. In this role, you will support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities, financial reporting, inventory accounting, reconciliations, accruals, and variance analysis. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounting principles, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to partner cross-functionally to solve problems and meet critical deadlines. This position pays: $40-45/hour depending on experience Location: Emeryville, CA (Hybrid) What you will be doing: Support monthly, quarterly, and annual General Ledger close processes Prepare and post journal entries Complete account reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations Analyze financial data and prepare accruals for financial liabilities Research and resolve accounting issues and discrepancies Perform variance analysis for assigned accounts and business areas Investigate fluctuations and provide explanations for financial results Partner with department leaders to understand operational and financial impacts Assist with financial reporting and reporting package preparation Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records Review transactions and determine appropriate accounting treatment Support inventory accounting and inventory-related reconciliations Assist with month-end and year-end audit requests Escalate and resolve accounting issues in a timely manner Maintain compliance with accounting policies and procedures Support continuous improvement initiatives within the accounting function Analyze financial trends and identify potential risks or opportunities Assist management with special projects and ad hoc reporting requests Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives Meet strict deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy What you bring: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Strong General Ledger accounting experience Experience supporting month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close Advanced account reconciliation skills Journal entry preparation experience Accrual accounting knowledge Variance analysis and financial reporting experience Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles Inventory accounting experience preferred Retail industry experience preferred Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Strong attention to detail and accuracy Exceptional organizational and time management skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills Proficiency with ERP systems and accounting software Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Continuous improvement mindset Professional, proactive, and results-oriented approach #J-18808-Ljbffr Nelson-Connects-