Accountant (Menlo Park)
LHH, Menlo Park, CA, United States
Accountant (Menlo Park, CA) Onsite.
We are seeking a highly driven Accountant to support infrastructure accounting operations for large-scale data center construction projects. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, partnering with cross-functional teams to manage complex accounting processes, ensure compliance, and drive operational improvements.
What You Will Do
Manage end-to-end accounting for multiple data center construction projects, including month-end close, journal entries, accruals (Capex/Opex), and SOX compliance controls
Own and reconcile balance sheet accounts and sub-ledgers, ensuring accuracy across varying levels of complexity
Review contracts, transactions, and accounting treatments to maintain accurate financial reporting and compliance
Partner with Infrastructure, FP&A, and cross-functional teams to provide accounting guidance and support business decision-making
Analyse large datasets to identify process gaps, and independently design and implement process improvements and automation initiatives
Support system implementations and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure financial systems meet business requirements
Maintain financial trackers (e.g., non-GAAP schedules, location matrices) and deliver ad hoc financial and technical analysis
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, facilitating meetings and ensuring alignment on financial processes
What You Will Bring
5+ years of experience in financial accounting, auditing, or related fields, with strong expertise in financial statements and balance sheet management
Experience managing accounting for large-scale projects (e.g., infrastructure, construction, energy, or technology environments)
Strong understanding of SOX controls, month-end close processes, and internal controls frameworks
Proven ability to analyse large datasets, identify inefficiencies, and implement scalable process improvements
Hands-on experience with system implementations and UAT testing
Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
Proficiency in financial systems and tools such as Oracle Financials, Hyperion, and advanced Excel (SQL is a plus)
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Location: Menlo Park, CA (Onsite)
Pay: $45 – $47/hour.
If you have an interest in the
Accountant (Onsite)
please apply now!
Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to
https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
We are seeking a highly driven Accountant to support infrastructure accounting operations for large-scale data center construction projects. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, partnering with cross-functional teams to manage complex accounting processes, ensure compliance, and drive operational improvements.
What You Will Do
Manage end-to-end accounting for multiple data center construction projects, including month-end close, journal entries, accruals (Capex/Opex), and SOX compliance controls
Own and reconcile balance sheet accounts and sub-ledgers, ensuring accuracy across varying levels of complexity
Review contracts, transactions, and accounting treatments to maintain accurate financial reporting and compliance
Partner with Infrastructure, FP&A, and cross-functional teams to provide accounting guidance and support business decision-making
Analyse large datasets to identify process gaps, and independently design and implement process improvements and automation initiatives
Support system implementations and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure financial systems meet business requirements
Maintain financial trackers (e.g., non-GAAP schedules, location matrices) and deliver ad hoc financial and technical analysis
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, facilitating meetings and ensuring alignment on financial processes
What You Will Bring
5+ years of experience in financial accounting, auditing, or related fields, with strong expertise in financial statements and balance sheet management
Experience managing accounting for large-scale projects (e.g., infrastructure, construction, energy, or technology environments)
Strong understanding of SOX controls, month-end close processes, and internal controls frameworks
Proven ability to analyse large datasets, identify inefficiencies, and implement scalable process improvements
Hands-on experience with system implementations and UAT testing
Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
Proficiency in financial systems and tools such as Oracle Financials, Hyperion, and advanced Excel (SQL is a plus)
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Location: Menlo Park, CA (Onsite)
Pay: $45 – $47/hour.
If you have an interest in the
Accountant (Onsite)
please apply now!
Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to
https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance