Senior Staff Accountant

Join a Dynamic Team as a Staff Accountant in Palo Alto! Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional ready to bring precision and efficiency to a fast-paced environment? We have an immediate opportunity for a talented Staff Accountant to play a pivotal role in supporting our corporate accounting functions. This role offers a unique chance to work with a cutting-edge team, contribute to month-end close processes, and develop your expertise in SAP S4 HANA within a collaborative, innovative setting. What You’ll Do: Support the monthly and quarterly close activities by preparing schedules, journal entries, and reconciliations with impeccable accuracy and timeliness. Manage complex journal entries and high-risk balance sheet reconciliations, focusing on accruals, prepayments, and proper cutoff procedures. Process fixed asset transactions including additions, disposals, and transfers, and ensure reconciliation of fixed asset and CIP subledgers. Prepare and analyze cash and clearing account reconciliations, researching and resolving discrepancies swiftly. Assist in audit preparations by ensuring all supporting documentation is comprehensive, accurate, and ready for review. Utilize SAP S4 HANA for transaction processing and reconciliations, escalating issues as needed. Identify opportunities for process improvements and assist in testing new controls to enhance efficiency. Preferred Skills & Qualifications: 2–4 years of accounting experience, with exposure to prepaid amortization, fixed assets, or reconciliations. Strong Excel skills (XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, pivot tables) for building reconciliations and data analysis. Familiarity with SAP S4 HANA or similar Tier 1 ERPs; willingness to learn quickly. Understanding of US GAAP and experience working in a SOX-compliant environment. Comfort working within structured monthly close cycles and meeting strict deadlines. Excellent attention to detail, proactive communication, and sound judgment to escalate issues early. Nice to Have: Experience with close management software like Blackline or Floqast. Exposure to public accounting or industry experience. Prior work with outsourced or shared service centers. Interest in pursuing a CPA. Educational & Experience Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Experience in industry or public accounting is valued but not mandatory. Additional Details: Duration: 6+ months, with potential for temp-to-perm. Location: Palo Alto, CA—hybrid schedule with three days per week in the office. Travel: None required. Reports To: Senior Accountant, Corporate Accounting. This is a fantastic opportunity to become an integral part of a forward-thinking team that values accuracy, collaboration, and professional growth. Apply your accounting expertise and contribute to our continued success! #J-18808-Ljbffr