Accountant

Description We are looking for an Accountant to join a fully onsite accounting team in Inglewood, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can take ownership of core accounting activities, work effectively in Sage 100, and support accurate financial operations across a wholesale and inventory-driven environment. The role offers the chance to contribute immediately, collaborate with a small team, and help refine day-to-day accounting processes through strong analysis and practical improvements.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily accounting activities using Sage 100, ensuring timely processing across payables, receivables, general ledger activity, and related financial records.

• Handle month-end close tasks by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and producing accurate financial reporting for management review.

• Monitor inventory-related accounting and purchasing transactions, supporting accurate valuation, order tracking, and wholesale operations.

• Review financial entries and supporting documentation to verify accuracy, maintain internal controls, and reduce processing errors.

• Assist with payroll, commission tracking, cash flow monitoring, and sales tax administration to support smooth financial operations.

• Provide day-to-day guidance and hands-on support to a small accounting team to help keep priorities on schedule and work completed accurately.

• Partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to resolve accounting, purchasing, and inventory issues in a timely and practical manner.

• Recommend and document process improvements that strengthen accounting procedures and increase the effective use of Sage 100. Requirements • At least 6 years of progressive accounting experience in roles with broad operational responsibility.

• Strong hands-on experience with Sage 100 in a day-to-day accounting environment.

• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze, organize, and reconcile large volumes of financial data.

• Solid knowledge of month-end close procedures, journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger accounting.

• Experience supporting inventory and wholesale accounting activities, including purchasing-related transactions.

• Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash flow tracking, payroll support, and sales tax processes.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with a high level of accuracy and accountability.

• Clear communication skills and the ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a small accounting team.

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