Sr. Project Accountant

Job Title: Sr. Project Accountant

Pay range: $35-$43 per hour.

Location: fully onsite, Cerritos, CA

Duration: Direct Hire

About the Role

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-driven Senior Project Accountant to lead and support key accounting initiatives and process improvements. This role blends deep accounting expertise with project management, playing a critical part in enhancing financial operations, system efficiency, and data integrity.

As a senior individual contributor, you will take ownership of high-impact projects, collaborate cross-functionally, and drive improvements across accounting workflows—without direct people management responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership & Process Improvement
• Lead end-to-end accounting projects, including planning, scoping, execution, and delivery
• Develop project plans, timelines, and deliverables; track progress and ensure deadlines are met
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls
• Research, evaluate, and implement new systems, tools, vendors, and strategic partnerships
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for accounting workflows
• Accounting Operations & Financial Analysis
• Prepare journal entries and perform complex general ledger and account reconciliations
• Analyze financial data and trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies
• Generate and customize financial reports (daily, weekly, monthly, and ad hoc)
• Support data cleanup and ensure integrity within accounting systems
• Conduct internal audits to strengthen controls and ensure compliance
• Systems & Implementation
• Lead and support system implementations, upgrades, and integrations impacting accounting processes
• Test system functionality and database integrity to ensure accuracy and efficiency
• Participate in beta testing and rollout of financial tools, platforms, and partnerships
• Treasury & Cash Management
• Assist with cash forecasting (weekly and monthly)
• Support interbank transfers and ensure sufficient funding across accounts
• Prepare and review wire transfers and payments
• Perform daily treasury activities, including cash account reconciliations and bank reporting
• Compliance & Reporting
• Support insurance renewal processes and maintain certificates of insurance
• Manage escheatment processes and ensure timely regulatory reporting
• Prepare company census and other compliance-related reports
• Maintain accurate vendor setup and ongoing management

Additional Responsibilities

• Lead special projects, reconciliations, and financial analyses
• Maintain organized accounting documentation (filing, scanning, recordkeeping)
• Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to achieve departmental goals

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5–8+ years of combined accounting and project management experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience with accounting systems (e.g., Sage Intacct, Sage 100)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience with system implementations and process enhancements

Core Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of accounting processes and financial reporting
• Project management and organizational expertise
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ownership mindset with a proactive and results-driven approach

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

Suna Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Applicants, with criminal histories, are considered in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal laws.

REQUESTING AN ACCOMODATION

Suna Solutions is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Suna Solutions and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with Suna Solutions and have accommodation needs for a disability or religious observance, please call us at 1 (888) 223-4788, send us an email or speak with your recruiter.

PAY TRANSPARENCY POLICY STATEMENT

Compensation for roles at Suna Solutions varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific client, office or remote location, role, skill set and level of experience. As required by local law, Suna Solutions provides a reasonable pay scale to include the hourly or salary range that Suna Solutions reasonably expects to pay for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, New York City or Washington as set forth below.