Senior Accountant - Financial Reporting

Hankey Group External • $90K — $115K *
Los Angeles, CA 90011In-Person
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
  • 3+ years of accounting/finance experience; CPA preferred but not required.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.
  • Public accounting and financial reporting experience is an advantage.
  • Proficiency in Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint; knowledge of SQL/Snowflake/Microsoft VB/Macros is a plus.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
  • Excellent communication skills to convey financial information effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review GAAP-compliant financial statements for monthly and year-end reporting.
  • Assist in external audits and ensure compliance with audit requirements.
  • Support month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations.
  • Analyze financial results and explain significant variances and trends.
  • Research technical accounting guidance and assess the impact of new standards.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to recommend appropriate accounting treatments.
  • Identify and implement automation opportunities to enhance reporting processes.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
  • Life Insurance and Long-term disability plans.
  • 401K matching and Employee Stock Ownership Program with company matching.
  • Flexible Spending Account and Wellness Programs.
  • Paid vacation days, sick days, and holidays.
  • Career path opportunities and discounts on parks, museums, and attractions.
  • Metro Tap Card and Metro-link reimbursement (specific to LA employees).
Full Job Description
Senior Accountant - Financial Reporting
Los Angeles, CA | On-site Role

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior Accountant reports to the Accounting Manager and is responsible for ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, corporate policies and external audits. The senior will assist in the monthly closing process and issuance of the financial statements along with technical accounting research and automation initiatives. The seniors will also assist in ad-hoc projects and improving efficiency and internal controls.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILL & LICENSES

  • Prepare and review financial statements, supporting schedules, and disclosures in accordance with U.S. GAAP for monthly and year-end reporting.
  • Assist in the external audit and coordinate with the teams to ensure successful audit results and compliance.
  • Support the month-end and year-end close processes, including account reconciliations and related financial reporting activities.
  • Support on intercompany transactions, consolidations, financial statement presentation, and disclosure requirements.
  • Analyze financial statement results, identify trends and significant fluctuations, and explain key variances.
  • Support technical accounting initiatives, researching accounting guidance and new accounting standards to determine potential impact on current accounting treatment and prepare memos documenting the research and conclusions.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to evaluate new business activities and recommend accounting appropriate accounting treatments in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
  • Identify and implement opportunities to enhance financial reporting processes, internal controls, and operational efficiency through automation, AI-enabled tools, and other emerging technologies.
  • Support the development and implementation of automated reporting and analytical solutions to improve accuracy, efficiency, and scalability of accounting processes.
  • Complete ad-hoc projects and analysis as determined by internal management


Requirements:

  • Bachelor's or higher degree in Accounting or Finance
  • Strong working knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.
  • 3+ years accounting/finance experience; CPA a plus but not required
  • Public accounting and/or financial reporting experience preferred.
  • Excel Word, Access and PowerPoint required
  • Knowledge of SQL/Snowflake and/or Microsoft VB/Macros a plus
  • Highly detail oriented and organized in work
  • Ability to effectively communicate financial information.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with all levels of employees, management, and external partners to maximize performance, problem solving and results.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to identify process improvements and lead automation initiatives.


What's the expected pay for this role?

  • $90,000 - $115,000 per year
  • The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire and will be dependent on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, skill set, experience, education, credentials, and licensure when applicable.


What do we offer?

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
  • Life Insurance and Long-term disability plans
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • 401K matching
  • Employee Stock Ownership Program in a $18.2 Billion Company, plus company matching
  • Wellness Programs
  • Metro Tap Card and Metro-link Reimbursement (for Los Angeles, CA employees only)
  • Career Path Opportunities
  • Discounts on Parks, Museums, Movie Tickets, and Attractions
  • Annual Flu Shot
  • Paid Vacations Days
  • Paid Sick days
  • Paid holidays
  • HGym (available in our Los Angeles, CA & Dallas, TX office)
  • Rental Car Discounts, Dell Member Purchase Program
  • UKG Wallet


Acknowledgement

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

About Hankey Group External

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