G/L Accountant

Genuent is hiring a General Ledger Accountant for our direct client in Newport Beach, CA. Qualified candidate should send their resume (Word format) to Rudi Gilpin at General Ledger Accountant - Newport Beach, CAContract: The Senior G/L Accountant is responsible for the general ledger accounting for several entities. This position is responsible for the preparation, processing, audit and reporting of monthly and quarterly accruals in the accounting system. This position is also responsible for general ledger entries relating to the company's Global Offices.Must haves:

• Minimum of two to four years of corporate accounting experience
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel skills and using Pivot tables, VLOOKUP and higher level functions
• Understanding and experience using U.S GAAP and/or International Accounting standards

• Prior experience with large ERP (financial system) such as SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft; experience with SAP is preferred
• Prior work experience with intercompany and/or multicurrency transactions is preferred

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, including the ability to effectively and autonomously problem solve
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage professionally and succinctly with all levels across the firm
• Strong commitment to providing quality work and ensure work is delivered completely, accurately, and timely
• Able to respond effectively to inquiries from various levels of management and maintain good working relationships with internal and external contacts
• Strong sense of urgency and able to organize and prioritize; including handling multiple tasks with strict deadlines
• Ability to collaborate and contribute in a team environment as well as independently Committed to company's values: Collaboration, Openness, Responsibility and Excellence that allow us to bring the best to our clients and each other