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Job overview
Robert Half is partnering with a growing organization to hire a Senior Accountant who will manage accounting operations and serve as a leader within the finance team. The role covers financial reporting, close processes, general ledger management, budgeting, tax compliance, audits, and ERP process improvements. The posting prefers a bachelor's degree and 3–5+ years of accounting experience, along with ERP, Excel, GAAP, analytical, and communication capabilities.
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Description
Senior Accountant
About the Role
Robert Half is partnering with a dynamic and growing organization to fill their Senior Accountant position. This is a fantastic opportunity to take your accounting career to the next level while working with a collaborative team that values efficiency, innovation, and detail oriented development.
As a Senior Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in managing accounting operations and serving as a leader within the finance team.
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Accountant, you will:
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Prepare and analyze financial statements in compliance with GAAP and other accounting standards.
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Ensure timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings.
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Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, including complex journal entries.
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Prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses, while providing insight to key stakeholders.
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Manage tax filings and regulatory compliance requirements.
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Participate in audit preparation and liaise with external auditors.
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Assist in the implementation and improvement of ERP systems and accounting processes.
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Mentor and supervise entry level accounting staff, offering guidance to ensure development and accuracy.
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Analyze financial data to support strategic business decisions.
Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Education: A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. (CPA, MBA, or other advanced certifications preferred but not required).
Experience: 3-5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally including supervisory responsibilities.
Technical Skills: Proficiency with ERP systems (such as Oracle, SAP, or NetSuite) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of GAAP and regulatory frameworks.
Soft Skills: Strong analytical thinking, communication skills, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
How to Apply
If this opportunity matches your skills and career aspirations, we encourage you to apply today!
Please submit your resume or reach out directly on LinkedIn / Margaret Figueroa or call me on my direct line: 510-296-8872.
About Robert Half
Robert Half specializes in connecting talent with leading organizations across various industries. Whether you’re actively searching for work or evaluating your next step, our dedicated talent managers are here to guide you. With decades of expertise and a commitment to excellence, we’ve built enduring partnerships that help careers and companies thrive.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Robert Half is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. We consider all experience in applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, experienced status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
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How this job compares
Set against the 596 open Senior Accountant jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- California median$99–130K/yr45 salary ranges
- US median$46–54/hr26 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 88 open Senior Accountant jobs in California and 596 across the US. 8% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in California
- Robert Half Finance & Accounting21 open
- Robert Half Accountemps (this employer)13 open
- Intuit5 open
- Experience
- Senior Accountant postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 5 years (516 postings).
- Education
- 430 of the 596 open Senior Accountant jobs (72%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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