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Senior Accountant

Sacramento, CA 95814

Posted: 04/17/2025 Job Number: 1698336

Job Description

We’re seeking a detail-oriented and skilled Senior Accountant to join the growing team of a dynamic local organization dedicated to serving the Greater Sacramento community. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization that offers a fun, friendly work environment and great perks.


SALARY RANGE: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 Annually, based on experience. Including, CalPERS Pension Retirement, Comprehensive Health Benefits, Tuition Reimbursement and a Generous Paid Time Off package.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Participate in the month-end close process, including transaction research, balance sheet account reconciliations, journal entry preparation and posting, and ensuring timely completion of the close.

  • Ensure all transactions and methodologies comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

  • Prepare clear and concise monthly reconciliations for balance sheet accounts, with accompanying supporting documentation.

  • Prepare and input month-end journal entries into the ERP system, including expense accruals, prepaid amortization, and fixed asset depreciation.

  • Adhere to a month-end close checklist while continuously identifying areas for improvement, superior data sources, and strategies for timely closure.

  • Evaluate and establish processes that enhance the efficiency of accounting duties.

  • Assist with the annual audit and Year-End Close by gathering requested information and providing supporting documentation.

  • Support financial leaders with related duties, impromptu reporting requests, Fixed Assets and special projects as needed.

  • Familiarity with GASB 68 (Pension) or GASB 75 (OPEB liability contributions) expense accounting and related CalPERS compliance reporting.


SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Knowledge of financial accounting and cost allocation.

  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).

  • Strong analytical skills with accuracy and attention to detail.

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.

  • Problem-solving and decision-making skills.

  • Time management and analytical capabilities.

  • Adaptable in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

  • Technologically savvy, quick to learn systems and processes.

  • Strong work ethic and positive interdepartmental relations.

  • Proficient in email and Microsoft Office, especially Excel. 

  • Experience preparing internal, consolidated, and divisional financial statements

  • High aptitude for technology and financial systems.

  • BA in Accounting or Finance; MA or CPA preferred.

  • Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience.

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