Staff Accountant

Overview We are looking for a year-round accountant to join our team. To be successful you will need to be organized, deadline-oriented, and be able to handle several clients at once. Critical thinking and strong analytical skills are a must, with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Effective communication is essential to explain generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and financial reports to clients. This is a full-time, permanent position, Monday–Friday, with occasional overtime and Saturdays during tax season. This position is on-site, and candidates must reside in Chula Vista or San Diego regions. We are not considering remote or hybrid work arrangements. Responsibilities Month-end & Year-end Closing Journal Entries: • Prepare journal entries to facilitate month-end and year-end closing. • Ensure accuracy and completeness of journal entries for financial reporting. • Promptly provide adjusting journal entries to clients. Bank Activity Reconciliation: • Reconcile bank activity to the general ledger. • Investigate and resolve variances to maintain accurate financial records. Sales & Use Tax Reconciliation: • Reconcile sales and use tax transactions. • Prepare accurate worksheets for sales tax filings. Fixed Asset Transactions: • Reconcile fixed asset transactions to ensure accurate capitalization and depreciation. • Post transactions to maintain up-to-date fixed asset records. Balance Sheet Reconciliations: • Perform balance sheet and P&L reconciliations for all key accounts. • Identify and resolve discrepancies to ensure financial accuracy. Intercompany Transaction Postings: • Post intercompany transactions accurately and timely. • Process monthly intercompany payments in accordance with agreements. Payroll: • Reconcile, audit, and report on payroll accounts. • Calculate wages, deductions, bonuses, and taxes. • Prepare quarterly and year-end reports. • Prepare W2 and 1099 forms. Financial Statements: • Ensure preparation of timely, accurate, and complete financial statements for clients using the above techniques. • Advise clients on daily operational expenses and COGS. • Support tax preparers to prepare and submit tax reports in compliance with regulations. General: • Review work prepared by other accountants. Qualifications • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. • Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. • Basic, up-to-date knowledge of accounting principles. • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams) and Zoom. • Ability to use accounting software programs (QuickBooks Online & Desktop, ACS, and CFS). • 2-4 years of experience in accounting. Preferred Qualifications: • 5+ years of experience with accounting. • Proficient in accounting software programs (QuickBooks Online & Desktop, ACS, and CFS). • ProAdvisor in QuickBooks Online & Desktop. • Basic, up-to-date knowledge of tax law. • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or related field. If you meet these qualifications and are ready to take on an exciting role as a Staff Accountant, we would love to hear from you! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Disability insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid sick time • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday • No weekends Supplemental Pay: • Bonus opportunities • Overtime pay • Performance bonus Experience: • Accounting: 2 years (Required) License/Certification: • Degree (Preferred) Ability to Commute: • Chula Vista, CA 91910 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Chula Vista, CA 91910: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person