Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Robert Half is a specialized talent solutions firm connecting qualified job seekers with opportunities across finance, accounting, technology, marketing, legal, and administrative roles. The company is seeking an experienced Principal Accountant to support complex governmental accounting operations and financial reporting in California. The role focuses on month-end close, general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, regulatory compliance, financial analysis, and coordination with internal stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Lead month-end close activities, ensuring timely completion of journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
- Maintain the general ledger and review financial transactions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable accounting standards
- Prepare and analyze account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, and resolve discrepancies through thorough research
- Support the development of financial reports, budget-related documentation, and detailed analyses for management and regulatory needs
- Interpret and apply governmental accounting principles along with relevant federal, state, and local regulations affecting financial records and procedures
- Evaluate accounting data and trends to identify issues, support decision-making, and improve financial controls and reporting quality
- Utilize financial systems and related technology tools to manage accounting operations, maintain records, and strengthen reporting efficiency
- Coordinate with internal teams and stakeholders to address accounting questions, provide guidance, and maintain productive working relationships
- Assist with oversight of accounting processes, including prioritizing work, supporting staff performance, and promoting consistent procedural standards
Skills
- • At least 3 years of accounting experience, including responsibility for month-end close and general ledger activities
- • Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and their application within governmental or public-sector accounting environments
- • Experience preparing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, and completing bank reconciliations with a high degree of accuracy
- • Understanding of financial administration practices such as budgeting, reporting, and financial analysis
- • Familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations related to accounting procedures, documentation, and records retention
- • Proficiency with computerized accounting systems, spreadsheets, and other office technology used for financial recordkeeping and reporting
- • Demonstrated ability to analyze data, exercise critical thinking, and communicate clearly in both written and verbal formats
- • Ability to build effective working relationships while managing multiple priorities and maintaining close attention to detail
- All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Benefits
- Access to top jobs
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Free online training
- Access to the Robert Half app with 1-tap apply and notifications of AI-matched jobs
- Medical insurance for contract/temporary professionals
- Vision insurance for contract/temporary professionals
- Dental insurance for contract/temporary professionals
- Life insurance for contract/temporary professionals
- Disability insurance for contract/temporary professionals
- Eligibility for contract/temporary professionals to enroll in the company 401(k) plan
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