Accounting Senior Specialist - Part Time

Overview

A finance team within a leading organization is seeking a part-time Corporate Accountant to support month-end and quarter-end close processes. This long-term, part-time role requires working approximately 8 to 9 days each month, typically covering the last 6 business days of the month and the first 3 days of the following month. The work schedule consists of 8-hour days with flexibility in daily hours.

Responsibilities

• Gather, prepare, test, and maintain documentation to support monthly accruals through the Service PO Accrual Process (SPOA).
• Apply judgment and interpret GAAP accounting requirements to ensure proper recording, substantiation, and communication of accounting entries.
• Collaborate with Requestor and Financial Analyst teams to prepare monthly accruals effectively.
• Assist the SPOA database manager with preparation and analysis of monthly accrual data.
• Identify and communicate procurement and accounts payable processing errors for correction.
• Continuously assess and design desk procedures and process flows to maximize internal controls and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance strongly preferred.
• Minimum 3-4 years of relevant experience in accounting, purchasing, and/or accounts payable.
• Understanding of accrual accounting concepts.
• Strong experience with automated accounts payable and purchasing systems; Oracle experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, and task prioritization abilities.
• Ability to work independently and resolve problems.
• Strong customer service and support skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and shift priorities within compressed timeframes.
• Effective communication skills across all organizational levels.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with pay-for-performance rewards.
• Eligibility for cash bonus, equity rewards, and benefits according to applicable plans.
• Pay is based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and work location.

Expected Base Pay Range:

• San Diego: $31 - $42 per hour
• California Remote (Bay Area): $45 - $60.5 per hour
• California Remote (Not Bay Area): $31 - $42 per hour

Location

• San Diego, CA or Remote within California (Bay Area or other regions)