Staff Accountant

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Staff Accountant to support our accounting operations and ensure the accuracy of financial records. The Staff Accountant will handle general accounting duties including journal entries, account reconciliations, month-end close and financial reporting, and will assist with audits and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries for routine and adjusting transactions.
• Perform monthly account reconciliations (bank, balance sheet, and income statement accounts).
• Assist with the month-end and year-end close process.
• Maintain accurate general ledger records.
• Prepare supporting schedules for financial statements.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes as needed.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Assist with tax filings, including sales tax, property tax, or income tax support.
• Identify process improvements and assist with implementation.
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be computer literate, including proficiency with accounting software, spreadsheet applications, and word processors.
• 3–6+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, etc.).
• Must be organized and detail-oriented.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact with all levels of personnel in a professional manner.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism under pressure.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must satisfactorily pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or additional relevant job experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains.
• Knowledge of IFRS, focusing on Revenue Recognition.

Physical Requirements

• No heavy lifting required; nearly all work is done in a comfortable indoor facility.
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, reaching, talking, and hearing.
• Frequent sitting and handling objects with hands.
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally.
• Hearing requirements: Ability to hear people over the telephone and in person.
• Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.

Work Environment

Routine deadlines with usually sufficient lead time; work volume varies seasonally and predictably; priorities can be anticipated; some interruptions are present; occasional exposure to demands and pressures from persons other than immediate supervisor.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.
• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care.
• Educational reimbursement to support career development.
• Employee discount program for tickets to the San Diego Zoo, amusement parks, movies, indoor skydiving, and more.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Company-matched 401(k) plan.