Accountant ; Payroll & Financial Reporting

Accountant I (Payroll & Financial Reporting)

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$21.00/hr - $23.00/hr

Trident Consulting is seeking a "
Accountant I (Payroll & Financial Reporting)" for one of our clients. A global leader in business and technology services.

Role:
Accountant I (Payroll & Financial Reporting)

Location:
Rosemead, CA (Onsite)

Job Type: Contract W2

Pay rate: $21 - $23/hr on W2

Duration: 12 months

Job Summary

The Accountant I will support Payroll Operations by performing entry-level accounting and financial reporting activities. This role requires a strong understanding of basic accounting principles, hands‑on experience with general ledger activities, and the ability to analyze and reconcile financial data accurately. The position also supports payroll and expense‑related data analysis and reporting while collaborating with internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Prepare and post monthly journal entries, trial balances, and maintain the general ledger
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including lender reporting
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and account analysis
• Process Accounts Receivable (A/R) and Accounts Payable (A/P)
• Support internal audits and assist with annual budgeting activities
• Participate in ad hoc accounting and finance projects

Data Collection & Reporting

• Gather, consolidate, and validate data from multiple systems (e.g., SAP, Success Factors), databases, and spreadsheets
• Utilize advanced Excel and Power Query to develop accurate reports and summaries
• Ensure data accuracy, completeness, and consistency across reports

Client & Internal Support

• Respond to inquiries via a shared inbox, providing timely and professional support
• Troubleshoot payroll and expense‑related data issues with attention to detail
• Interface with operating departments to deliver timely and reliable financial information

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting and reporting processes
• Support automation initiatives and implementation of best practices to improve efficiency

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 1–3 years of accounting experience
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles (GL, balance sheet, A/R, A/P)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team player

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP and/or Success Factors
• Knowledge of Power Query or similar data transformation tools

Education Requirement

• High School Diploma or equivalent (minimum)

Trident Consulting is an award‑winning IT/engineering staffing company founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Ramon, CA. We specialize in placing high‑quality vetted technology and engineering professionals in contract and full‑time roles. Trident shines in fulfilling niche/hard‑to‑fill technical positions, and our commitment is to deliver the best and brightest individuals in the industry for our clients' toughest requirements.

• Entry level

• Contract

• Accounting/Auditing and Human Resources
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