Sr. Accountant

Company: Robert Half
Location: Santa Clara
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description We are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our team in Santa Clara, California. In this long-term contract role, you will manage key accounting processes, including contributions revenue, charitable trusts, and internal grants. You will also play a vital role in supporting audits, financial reporting, and tax compliance while serving as a liaison to various departments. Responsibilities: • Oversee the full accounting cycle for contributions revenue, ensuring accurate reconciliation and analysis of gift clearing and pledge accounts. • Record transactions related to charitable trusts and annuities, including liability adjustments and annual roll forward documentation. • Collaborate with the Development Office to address issues, streamline processes, and ensure proper fund categorization for non-cash gifts. • Manage internal grants by setting up accounts, reviewing compliance, processing funding entries, and handling closeout procedures. • Provide backup support for fixed assets and plant accounting, including policy development and ad hoc reporting. • Prepare schedules, footnotes, and documentation to support annual audits and financial statement reviews. • Develop contribution-related tax schedules, including Form 990 preparation. • Deliver financial analysis and journal entry support to assigned departments, assisting with annual close and ad hoc reporting. • Create management reports and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency. • Supervise and provide guidance to student staff as needed. • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience in a detail-oriented role. • Minimum of six years of progressive accounting experience, or four years with a Master’s degree. • Proficiency in Excel, Word, Google Workspace, and Workday Financial. • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail. • Excellent communication skills and a customer-service-oriented approach. • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to shifting priorities effectively. • Commitment to upholding the values and mission of the organization. • Experience in month-end close processes, general ledger management, journal entries, and account reconciliations.

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