Senior Accountant

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a well-established organization seeking a Senior Accountant to join its finance team. This role is perfect for an accounting professional who enjoys working across multiple areas of accounting, partnering with cross-functional teams, and contributing to a smooth and accurate financial close process. The engagement starts this month and will last until January 30, 2027. In this position, you'll play a key role in month-end close, payroll accounting, balance sheet reconciliations, audit support, and financial compliance initiatives while helping improve accounting processes and reporting efficiency. What You'll Do Prepare and record recurring journal entries related to accruals, prepaid expenses, and other month-end close activities Manage accounting for employee compensation, payroll taxes, bonuses, benefits, and other payroll-related transactions Review payroll-related financial data, investigate variances, and ensure payroll costs are accurately reflected in the general ledger Support accounting for corporate insurance programs, including reserves, premium allocations, and claims-related activity Perform balance sheet reconciliations and maintain detailed supporting schedules Analyze account activity and identify discrepancies, trends, or unusual fluctuations Partner with Human Resources, Payroll, Legal, and other business groups to ensure accurate financial reporting Assist with internal and external audit requests by preparing documentation and account support Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies Utilize reconciliation and close-management tools to maintain accurate financial records Recommend process improvements that enhance efficiency, strengthen controls, and support accounting best practices Participate in special projects and ad hoc analysis as needed Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 5+ years of accounting experience in a corporate or public accounting environment Experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close Working knowledge of payroll accounting and accruals Strong Excel and analytical skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines Benefit offerings available for our associates include: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage Paid Holidays where applicable Additional Voluntary Benefits $59.23 to $66.47 per hour Location This role is on site with a hybrid schedule. You must be able to report to work for this contract role in Emeryville, CA. Equal Opportunity Employer LHH Recruitment Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act. Reasonable Accommodations Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to notify their recruiter. Candidate Privacy Information Statement For information regarding LHH's Candidate Privacy Information Statement, please visit: #J-18808-Ljbffr