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Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant needed for a contract opportunity with Yoh’s Entertainment client located in San Mateo, CA.
 
Job Details
Duration: 12 Months
Location: San Mateo, CA 94402 
Schedule: Hybrid Schedule
Pay Rate: $85 per hour (Max)
Hours: 8AM-5PM
Anticipated start date: Start by 6/30/25                     
Reporting to: Senior Accounting Manager
 
Position Overview

• This role involves ensuring project facilitation, revenue and cost accounting, compliance with regulations and working collaboratively with the global Finance Team.
• Develops, implements and/or maintains one or more accounting systems: Journal entries, General Ledger, Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payable, Revenue Reconciliation, etc.
• Reviews and interprets financial reporting requirements, rules and regulations.
• Balances books and prepares profit and loss, cash flow, income and balance sheet statements.
• Monitors and develops monthly reports of revenues and expenditures for projects.
• Provides record of assets, liabilities and other financial transactions.
• May prepare federal, state and local reports and tax returns.
• May assist in the setup of processes and procedures that properly capture, track and report revenue, including deferred revenue, in accordance with the company revenue recognition policy.
• May generate revenue reports for internal and/or external use.
• May interpret reports and records for managers/stakeholders.
• May be involved in reviewing, tracking and maintaining billing information in the financial systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP and other accounting regulations.
• KNOWLEDGE: Having wide-ranging experience, uses professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways.
• Some barriers to entry exist at this level (e.g., dept/peer review). Level at which career may plateau.
• COMPLEXITY: Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
• Networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise.
• SUPERVISION: Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other personnel (Team Lead).
• EXPERIENCE: Typically requires 7+ years of related experience.

 
Key Responsibilities:
 
B2C Commerce Accounting:

• Manage and optimize accounting processes for both physical and digital content transactions.
• Ensure end to end proper accounting and reporting of commerce transactions.
• Support revenue recognition, deferral, and cost of sales accounting efforts.
• Perform financial close activity
• Develop and maintain robust accounting policies and procedures.

 
Tax Compliance and Audit:

• Support sales and use tax compliance, reconciliation and reporting.
• facilitate tax regulations, system integration and ensure full compliance.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.

 
Project Management:

• Drive accounting projects within large corporate environments.
• Conduct User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and system integration.
• Successfully manage project timelines and deliverables.
• Collaborate effectively with a global team, ensuring seamless communication and teamwork.
• Proactively identify and solve problems, providing innovative solutions.

 
Professionalism and Adaptability:

• Utilize critical thinking skills to analyze complex accounting issues.
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism in all interactions.
• Adapt to both remote and in-office working environments.

 
Preferred Skills:
SAP ERP: Experience with SAP ERP systems for efficient accounting and financial management.
Copilot: Familiarity with Copilot tools to enhance productivity and streamline accounting processes.
 
Microsoft Office:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for effective data analysis and reporting.
 
Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, with a focus on B2C commerce.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to think strategically and implement creative solutions
• Highly motivated self-starter with a drive for excellence.
• Ability to work well in a global team and adapt to various working environments.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Estimated Min Rate: $75.00
Estimated Max Rate: $85.00


Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Visit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities  to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.

For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.