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Corporate Accountant

SGA Inc.

San Jose, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Commercial Real Estate, Corporate Policies, Customer Support/Service, Data Processing, Data Sets, Detail Oriented, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Finance, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Genetics, Journal Entries, Problem Solving Skills, Project Evaluation, Property Tax, Public Accounting, Reconciliation, SAP, Schedule Development, Staff Development, Time Management, Treasury Accounting
LOCATION
San Jose, CA
POSTED
3 days ago
Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Corporate Accountant for a contract assignment with one of our premier SaaS clients in San Jose, CA. This is a hybrid role with 3 days per week onsite.

We are seeking a highly qualified Corporate Accountant Contractor to provide expertise to our General Ledger (GL) accounting team. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to work autonomously, deliver audit-ready outputs from the outset, and efficiently utilize enterprise platforms including SAP and BlackLine.

Responsibilities:
  • Execute month-end and quarter-end closing procedures, including preparation of journal entries and reconciliations, with emphasis on intercompany transaction, loan interest and dividends, prepaids and amortization, property and business tax accruals, treasury accounting in alignment with U.S. GAAP and company policy.
  • Collaborate with finance teams across multiple entities to promptly resolve any intercompany imbalances and ensure account consistency prior to each close cycle.
  • Maintain and update intangible amortization schedules according to established useful life guidelines and record monthly amortization entries.
  • Utilize BlackLine as the primary platform for posting journal entries and performing account reconciliations; certify assigned reconciliations within prescribed deadlines and address outstanding items or documentation exceptions efficiently.
  • Act as BlackLine administrator for reconciliations, configuring workflows and user access to support a controlled, audit-ready monthly close process.
  • Fulfill audit requests by ensuring timely submission of supporting schedules and preservation of audit evidence in the designated repository.
  • Apply AI and automation tools to enhance processes involving large data sets from multiple source systems or reports.
  • Conduct monthly reviews to ensure accuracy of accruals and prepaid expenses.
  • Undertake ad hoc projects and analyses as required.


Required Skills:
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance; CPA license or active CPA candidacy preferred.
  • Minimum of 6 years' GL / corporate accounting experience or public accounting firm background.
  • Thorough understanding of US GAAP, including ASC 350 (goodwill and intangibles).
  • Proficient with ERP and accounting platforms such as SAP and BlackLine.
  • Expertise in advanced Excel functionality is required.
  • Experience managing multi-entity and intercompany consolidations in a global context.
  • Advanced Excel skills are essential.
  • Ability to adapt in dynamic, fast-paced environments and operate independently with minimal supervision.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in journal entries and reconciliations.


SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.

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