Staff Accountant I

Overview

This role supports the Accounting team by performing various accounting and financial reporting activities. Responsibilities include researching and analyzing financial information, maintaining accurate accounting records, and assisting with the preparation of financial statements and management reports. The position ensures the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial data to support business operations and decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cash reconciliations, related journal entries, and coordinate with Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable to clear reconciling items timely.
• Manage payroll accounting including earnings, bonuses, and benefits-related activities.
• Handle ASC 842 lease accounting tasks such as journal entries, lease schedules, new lease activity, and financial statement footnote support.
• Conduct CECL accounting under ASC 326, including reserve calculations and researching anomalies within the unbilled receivables portfolio.
• Analyze general ledger accounts and provide variance explanations for balance sheet and profit & loss fluctuations.
• Participate in the monthly financial close process by preparing and posting month-end journal entries.
• Prepare and maintain monthly balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare supporting schedules, documentation, and analyses for the annual financial audit.
• Assist auditors by providing requested information and ensuring audit deliverables are completed accurately and on time.
• Assist in the preparation, analysis, and delivery of ad hoc financial reports and management requests.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience in public or private accounting.
• Technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and accrual-based accounting.
• Strong proficiency in Excel with attention to detail and ability to prepare clear, supportable analyses.
• Experience with NetSuite and Power BI is preferred.
• Ability to research variances, identify root causes, and present recommended solutions.
• Process improvement mindset with the ability to contribute ideas that improve efficiency and accuracy.

Physical Demands

• Light physical exertion with long periods of sitting, occasional standing and walking.
• Limited bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities.
• Occasional lifting or moving of items up to 15 pounds.
• Hearing and speech communication in person and over the telephone are essential.
• Vision abilities required to read printed materials and computer screens, including close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated pay range: $63,000 - $77,000 USD (actual salary based on location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure, certification, and business needs).
• Potential eligibility for variable incentive compensation such as bonuses or commissions.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and dependents.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• 529 college savings plan.
• Health savings account.
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
• Training and development programs.
• Offices stocked with snacks and beverages.
• Work-life balance with generous paid time off.

Location

Headquartered in Irvine, California, with major field office locations across the United States including Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, and San Francisco.