Technical Accountant

Technical Accountant Duration - 8-9 Months Pay Rate - $120/hr Location: Palo Alto,CA Hybrid( Mon, Tue, Wed onsite)

We are seeking a highly skilled Contract Accountant to provide experienced support to our accounting team. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to help strengthen documentation quality, ensure SOX compliance, and drive process consistency across the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review working papers prepared by junior team members across commissions, payroll, leases, accruals, and allocations.
• Perform review of working papers to support month and quarter end close as well as support compliance with SOX controls.
• Coach and mentor junior team members, providing guidance on documentation standards and accounting best practices.
• Be responsible for end-to-end process for assigned areas, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and adherence to internal standards.
• Assist in standardizing processes and documentation across accounting functions to improve efficiency and consistency.
• Support ad hoc accounting projects and initiatives related to assigned business areas.
• Collaborate with the broader accounting and finance teams to identify process improvements and implement effective solutions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Active CPA certification required
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally including review and coaching responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and SOX compliance requirements.
• Technical experience with ASC 842 Leasing and ASC 340-40 Commissions, debt, etc.
• Experience participating in and running month/quarter end close.
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively guide and support junior staff.
• Expert level skills in Microsoft Excel as well as experience with Blackline and NetSuite.
• Experience with Lease query (lease accounting) and Xactly (commissions accounting)

About Us:

Founded in 2009, IntelliPro is a global leader in talent acquisition and HR solutions. Our commitment to delivering unparalleled service to clients, fostering employee growth, and building enduring partnerships sets us apart. We continue leading global talent solutions with a dynamic presence in over 160 countries, including the USA, China, Canada, Singapore, Japan, Philippines, UK, India, Netherlands, and the EU.

IntelliPro, a global leader connecting individuals with rewarding employment opportunities, is dedicated to understanding your career aspirations. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, IntelliPro values diversity and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected group status. Moreover, our Inclusivity Commitment emphasizes embracing candidates of all abilities and ensures that our hiring and interview processes accommodate the needs of all applicants.

Compensation:

The pay offered to a successful candidate will be determined by various factors, including education, work experience, location, job responsibilities, certifications, and more. Additionally, IntelliPro provides a comprehensive benefits package, all subject to eligibility.