Sr. Accountant

Description We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a non-profit organization in Fullerton, California. This position combines core accounting leadership with significant payroll responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who is equally comfortable managing month-end activities and overseeing accurate payroll processing. The successful candidate will bring strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to maintain precise financial records in a mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage month-end close activities, including preparing journal entries, reviewing account activity, and ensuring timely completion of financial reporting tasks.

• Maintain the general ledger by recording, analyzing, and correcting transactions to support accurate financial statements.

• Oversee payroll operations for a substantial portion of the role, ensuring employees are paid accurately and in compliance with applicable policies and regulations.

• Reconcile accounts receivable balances and investigate discrepancies to keep records complete and current.

• Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations, resolving variances and documenting findings as needed.

• Prepare and review supporting schedules, account analyses, and other documentation required for audits and internal review.

• Partner with internal stakeholders to address accounting and payroll questions, improve accuracy, and support day-to-day financial operations.

• Use payroll and accounting systems effectively, including Dayforce, to process transactions and maintain reliable records. Requirements • Experience working in a senior accounting role with responsibility for general ledger activity and month-end close.

• Strong knowledge of journal entries, account reconciliation, and bank reconciliation processes.

• Hands-on payroll experience, including use of automated payroll systems.

• Familiarity with Dayforce or similar payroll platforms.

• Ability to reconcile accounts receivable and identify the source of reporting variances.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage accounting and payroll priorities simultaneously.

• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

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