Staff Accountant - 086QE

About the role

Quartus Engineering Incorporated is a leading provider of engineering services and integrated hardware solutions. They employ advanced computer-aided engineering tools in areas such as optics, structural, thermal, and coupled analyses. Quartus combines these capabilities with design, prototype, integration, and test services to offer solutions of extraordinary value to their clients.

Essential Job Functions

• Prepare assigned monthly general ledger reconciliations, including accounts payable and accounts receivable sub-ledger tie-outs, prepaid expense schedules and amortization tracking, accrued liability accounts, credit card and expense clearing accounts, and other assigned balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare and post recurring monthly journal entries under the direction of the Accounting Manager, including accruals, reclassifications, and expense allocations.
• Maintain organized close workpapers and supporting documentation for each assigned account.
• Audit & Compliance Support: Prepare supporting workpapers and documentation for assigned accounts in connection with the annual financial review and external audit. Assist with sales and use tax data gathering for compliance filings. Support the ESOP annual audit by organizing and preparing assigned schedules and documentation.
• ERP Transition: Actively participate in Finance & Accounting ERP system transition (target go-live 2027). Assist in documenting current-state processes and performing data validation during testing and cutover. Engage actively in training on new system workflows as they are introduced.
• Team & Process: Collaborate closely with the Senior Accountant to ensure a smooth, coordinated close cycle. Identify and flag process inefficiencies or data quality issues; contribute ideas for improvement. Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Who is right for the job?

The ideal candidate is organized, accurate, and genuinely interested in accounting. They should take pride in a clean reconciliation, ask good questions, and be ready to build a strong technical foundation in a collaborative environment. The position is based in San Diego with a hybrid schedule.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 0–3 years of accounting experience (public accounting, corporate, or internship experience welcome)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
• Solid understanding of debits, credits, and basic US GAAP principles
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• US Person (US Citizen or US Permanent Resident)

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA candidate or intent to pursue CPA licensure
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, NetSuite, Intacct, or similar mid-market platforms)
• Exposure to accounts payable, month-end close, or reconciliation workflows
• Interest in project accounting, government contracting, or professional services environments
• Engineering, aerospace, or defense industry familiarity (a plus)

Compensation and Benefits

Staff Accountant pay range: $25/hr - $42/hr. In addition to base pay, you may be eligible for additional benefits and compensation. Referral eligibility: Tier 1.

Company Information

Quartus is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce. They provide comprehensive benefits including competitive salary, discretionary performance-based bonus, employee stock ownership plan, medical, dental, vision, and 401k plan with company match.