Staff Accountant

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in San Diego, California. This long-term contract position is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a non-profit organization by managing key financial processes and ensuring accurate reporting. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in accounting operations and a proven ability to work with various financial systems.

Responsibilities:

• Process and manage accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions efficiently.

• Perform bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.

• Maintain and update the general ledger with precise and timely entries.

• Prepare and post journal entries as part of the accounting cycle.

• Assist in the month-end close process, ensuring all financial records are in order.

• Analyze financial data and generate reports to support organizational decision-making.

• Collaborate with team members to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.

• Utilize accounting software such as NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, or SAP to manage financial records.

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and organizational policies.• Proven experience in accounts payable and accounts receivable management.

• Proficiency in performing bank reconciliations and maintaining general ledger accuracy.

• Strong understanding of journal entries and the month-end close process.

• Familiarity with accounting software, including NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, or SAP.

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills to address financial discrepancies.

• Knowledge of accounting principles and regulations relevant to non-profit organizations.

• Strong communication skills to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.