Staff Accountant

Overview

This role supports core accounting and month-end close activities, including fixed asset management, journal entries, reconciliations, and audit support. The position also involves maintaining departmental documentation (including SOPs) and contributing to process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fixed asset management (FAM) operations, including depreciation/amortization, disposals, and lease modifications.
• Support day-to-day accounting functions, including posting journal entries.
• Execute month-end close tasks accurately and efficiently in accordance with the established closing schedule.
• Prepare detailed and organized monthly account reconciliations within assigned deadlines.
• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing requested schedules and supporting documentation.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to drive operational efficiency across the department.
• Develop, update, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and department documentation.
• Leverage AI tools to streamline workflows and optimize team efficiency.
• Perform other duties and ad hoc projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• 2+ years of cumulative accounting experience; background in public accounting or with a publicly traded company is highly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, lookups (V/XLOOKUP), and macros.
• Strong time-management skills with a proven ability to prioritize duties effectively.
• Thrives in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines.
• Partners effectively with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows and support shared business objectives.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally across all organizational levels.
• AI-savvy with a continuous learning mindset to optimize team efficiency.
• Meticulous attention to detail, highly organized, and a strong logical thinker.
• Enthusiastic and solutions-oriented with robust analytical and pattern-recognition skills.
• Sound judgment and discretion when handling highly sensitive and confidential financial information.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA designation or active CPA candidacy preferred.
• Experience in the service industry is a distinct plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 15 pounds as needed.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Competent in operating standard office equipment, including personal computers, laptops, and other workplace technologies.

Compensation & Benefits (Full-Time)

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) Matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• PTO Plan for Non-Exempt Employees
• Flexible PTO Plan for Exempt Employees
• Holidays and Floating Holidays
• Pet Insurance
• TouchCare VirtualCare

Location

California Residents Only: In accordance with Article 2 of the California Health and Safety Code (California Community Care Facilities Act), California-based applicants are required to complete timely and accurate positive fingerprint identification as a condition of employment. If an applicant has been convicted of a non-exemptible crime, in compliance with all applicable state and local laws, their conditional offer will be rescinded.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The employer is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type, providing equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.