Senior Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Accountant

Marin County, CA | Full-Time | Hybrid (4/1)

About Us

We are a well-established, respected organization in Marin County with a lean, collaborative finance team that plays a central role in how we operate. We value accuracy, integrity, and people who take ownership of their work. As we strengthen our financial operations, we are adding an experienced Senior Accountant to our team.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Senior Accountant is a hands-on, high-impact role spanning the full accounting cycle along with payroll and benefits accounting. You will own the monthly and annual close, contribute to budgeting and forecasting, and serve as a technical resource and mentor to accounting staff. This is an ideal fit for a well-rounded accountant who enjoys variety and wants visibility with leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end close, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger review
• Prepare accurate financial statements, management reports, and analyses in accordance with GAAP
• Reconcile balance sheet, revenue, and expense accounts, including bank-to-ledger reconciliations; investigate and resolve variances
• Oversee core accounting functions including AP, AR, billing, fixed assets, and cash/investment tracking
• Manage the payroll process, timekeeping review, processing, and quarterly and annual payroll tax filings
• Support benefits accounting: enrollments and terminations, invoice review, cost allocation, and retirement plan reporting
• Partner on the annual budget with revenue and expense projections, and monitor results against plan throughout the year
• Prepare required regulatory and compliance reports and filings
• Maintain and improve the accounting system, internal controls, and documented procedures
• Take on special projects and ad hoc analysis for leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• 5+ years of progressive professional accounting experience
• Strong command of GAAP, full-cycle accounting, and the audit process
• Hands-on payroll experience, including payroll tax reporting; working knowledge of benefits administration and HR practices
• Experience with accounting/ERP software such as Sage Intacct, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, or QuickBooks Enterprise, plus advanced Excel skills
• Supervisory, training, or mentoring experience a plus
• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and discretion with confidential information
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills; able to manage multiple deadlines

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting salary in the $110,000 range
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Excellent Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Stable, supportive environment with strong work-life balance