Senior Accountant Job at Agility Recruiting, Walnut Creek, CA

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  • Agility Recruiting
  • Walnut Creek, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant for a temporary assignment with our City Government. This project-based role will support critical accounting functions including month-end and year-end closings, capital asset management, and general ledger maintenance. The ideal candidate will be available to start immediately and possess strong governmental accounting experience.

Duration

Temporary project assignment (estimated 3-6 months, possibility of extension based on project needs)

Key Responsibilities

  • Support month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
  • Perform complex general ledger accounting functions and analysis
  • Reconcile various accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies
  • Assist with capital asset tracking, depreciation, and reporting
  • Prepare journal entries and account analyses to support financial statement preparation
  • Provide documentation for audit requests
  • Generate financial reports and assist with budget analysis
  • Support special projects and process improvements as needed

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 5+ years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in governmental accounting
  • Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, complex formulas, data analysis)
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and governmental accounting standards
  • Experience with general ledger management and financial reporting
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Tyler Munis experience
  • CPA or active pursuit of certification
  • Previous experience with capital assets management
  • Prior experience working with city or county government
  • Knowledge of governmental accounting standards (GASB)
  • Experience with fund accounting

Start Date

Immediate start available

Job Tags

Immediate start,

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