Senior Staff Accountant

Office Address:
21731 Ventura Blvd, Suite 100, Woodland Hills, California, 91364, US

The Senior Staff Accountant plays a critical role in maintaining the financial integrity and

operational efficiency of the organization. This position is responsible for overseeing key

accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulatory

requirements, and supporting strategic decision-making through insightful financial analysis.

The Senior Staff Accountant will manage day-to-day accounting operations, assist in financial

planning and budgeting, strengthen internal controls, and collaborate cross-functionally to

support business growth. This role also involves providing guidance to junior accounting staff

and partnering with senior leadership to enhance financial processes and performance.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management

• Financial Reporting: Prepare, review, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the development, monitoring, and analysis of budgets and forecasts to support business planning and management decision-making.
• Cash Flow Management: Monitor cash flow, working capital, and liquidity to support the organization's financial stability and operational needs.
• Financial Analysis: Perform variance analysis, trend analysis, and financial performance reporting; provide insights and recommendations to management.
• Financial Compliance: Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal accounting policies, regulatory requirements, and timely tax filings.
• Audit Support: Coordinate with external auditors by preparing schedules, documentation, and responses to audit inquiries.

Accounting Operations

• Accounts Payable and Receivable: Oversee and review accounts payable and accounts receivable activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely processing.
• Payroll Audit and Management: Review payroll processing for accuracy and compliance, including salaries, incentives, commissions, and related accruals.
• Cost Accounting: Maintain and analyze cost accounting records to support departmental cost control, profitability analysis, and operational efficiency.

Internal Controls

• Risk Management: Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of internal controls to mitigate financial and operational risks.
• Compliance Monitoring: Ensure adherence to internal policies, procedures, and external regulatory requirements; recommend improvements where necessary.

Business Partnering

• Strategic Support: Provide financial data, analysis, and insights to support strategic initiatives and management decision-making.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with departments such as operations, sales, marketing, and HR to provide financial guidance and support.
• Performance Management: Assist in developing and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate financial and operational performance.

E. Leadership and Team Support

• Team Collaboration: Provide guidance and support to junior accounting staff, including training and review of work products.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, improve efficiency, and enhance reporting accuracy.

F. Technology and Systems

• Financial Systems: Utilize and support financial systems (e.g., QuickBooks, ERP systems, reporting tools) to ensure accurate data and effective reporting.
• System Enhancements: Participate in system implementations, upgrades, and process automation initiatives.

G. Communication and Stakeholder Management

• Management Reporting: Prepare financial reports and analyses for senior management to support operational and strategic discussions.
• External Coordination: Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and other professional service providers as needed.