Sr. Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Modesto, California on a Contract basis. This position is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting specialist who can bring structure to complex financial records, resolve discrepancies, and strengthen the accuracy of the company’s books. The role will focus on restoring confidence in core accounting processes through detailed review, problem-solving, and collaboration with leadership and external partners.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze bank activity, ledger detail, and supporting financial records to detect inconsistencies and confirm the validity of transactions.

• Lead balance sheet reconciliation efforts and correct account-level issues to improve the reliability of financial reporting.

• Research questionable journal entries, determine appropriate corrections, and document findings clearly.

• Rebuild incomplete accounting documentation and establish stronger recordkeeping practices for ongoing use.

• Examine prior-period transactions and assist with evaluating tax-related records for completeness and accuracy.

• Update QuickBooks Enterprise with omitted charges, missing entries, and other outstanding financial activity.

• Coordinate with vendors and service providers to organize billing records, identify gaps, and restore proper account access where needed.

• Partner with leadership to address legacy accounting problems and reinforce internal financial controls.

• Help develop more consistent month-end close, reconciliation, and reporting procedures for future accounting cycles.

For immediate consideration, contact Robert Half at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com.

• At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including senior-level accounting, full-charge bookkeeping, or financial cleanup assignments.

• Strong background in general ledger management, journal entry review, and account reconciliation.

• Demonstrated ability to assess historical financial activity and identify irregularities or unsupported transactions.

• Proficiency with QuickBooks.

• Experience with month-end close processes, bank reconciliations, and financial statement support.

• High attention to detail with the ability to work independently in an environment requiring significant organization and follow-through.

• Prior exposure to tax support, audit preparation, or accounting remediation projects is strongly preferred.

• Effective communication skills with the ability to work productively with vendors, service providers, and company leadership.