Senior Accountant

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting functions across two entities with accuracy and consistency
• Process payroll for both entities
• Oversee compliance-related accounting tasks including government contract requirements and DCAA compliance
• Support tax preparation by maintaining clean, organized financials for review
• Manage inventory tracking and related recordkeeping
• Handle HR and administrative finance tasks as needed
• Work within QuickBooks (defense and government-compliant version) and maintain organized paper and digital filing systems
• Partner closely with ownership on financial reporting and business decisions as the role evolves
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and build stronger financial infrastructure over time

Qualifications

• Solid hands-on accounting experience
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Experience with QuickBooks, including government and defense-compliant versions preferred
• Familiarity with government contracting and DCAA compliance is a plus but not required
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable working in both paper-based and digital systems
• A team player who takes ownership, communicates proactively, and is motivated to grow into a broader role
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; CPA a plus but not required

About the role

This person will work closely alongside the current accounting lead, learning the business deeply and taking ownership of day-to-day accounting and compliance functions across two entities.

Location

In-person in Orange County, CA

Pay

Starting salary range of $80,000 to $100,000 annually on a full-time equivalent basis, commensurate with experience. Compensation will be prorated based on part-time hours at the start, with a clear path to full-time as the role grows.