What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at NOW CFO?
Overview
NOW CFO is assisting their client with finding a direct-hire full-time Staff Accountant to join their team on a permanent basis. The Staff Accountant will support core accounting functions and help ensure accurate, timely financial reporting. This role is ideal for someone with a strong accounting foundation who enjoys being hands-on and contributing to a growing finance team.
Local San Diego candidates will be considered
What You’ll Be Doing
- Prepare and post journal entries and assist with the month-end close
- Maintain the general ledger and perform balance sheet reconciliations
- Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and other financial accounts
- Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
- Support budget-to-actual analysis and investigate variances
- Prepare schedules and documentation for internal and external audits
- Process vendor invoices and employee expense reimbursements
- Support payroll processing and reconcile payroll-related accounts
- Assist with tax filings, 1099 reporting, and other compliance requirements
- Respond to requests from management and internal stakeholders
Must Have's
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- 2 years of relevant accounting experience
- Working knowledge of GAAP and basic financial reporting
- Experience using accounting systems and strong Excel skills
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and communication abilities
- Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment
Nice to Have
- Experience with inventory and/or contract manufacturing
- Exposure to SaaS, technology, or data-driven organizations
- Familiarity with expense management tools such as Concur