Description A company in the Investment Management industry based in Los Angeles, California is in search of a Jr. Staff Accountant to join their growing team! As a Jr. Staff Accountant, you will be in charge of managing financial transactions, maintaining precise financial records, and responding to customer inquiries. You will also play a crucial role in monitoring customer accounts and taking necessary actions. This position is contract to hire and is fully on site in the office 5 days a week. If you are interested, we encourage you to apply today! Responsibilities: Manage financial transactions and generate accurate financial reports. Record the company's expenditures, revenue, and other financial activities. Ensure the accuracy of all financial data and maintain the integrity of accounting systems and procedures. Perform financial close at the end of each month and year. Prepare monthly account reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting and ledger maintenance. Assist in the preparation for external audits to ensure compliance. Regularly assess the company's financial performance and prepare relevant reports for management consideration. Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Utilize software such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, Oracle, SAP for managing and analyzing financial data. Handle Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), Bank Reconciliations, General Ledger management, and Journal Entries. This role offers a contract to hire employment opportunity.Requirements Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 2+ years of accounting experience Familiarity with bank reconciliations and journal entries Experience in managing the general ledger Ability to handle month-end close processes Strong analytical skills and attention to detail Excellent communication skills, both written and verbalRobert 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.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .
