Staff Accountant

Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Accounting Career?

Our client is looking to add a Staff Accountant I to a growing finance team in Carlsbad. This is a great opportunity for an early-career accounting professional who has a solid understanding of the basics and wants hands-on exposure to general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close.

You'll work alongside experienced accounting professionals and have the opportunity to expand your responsibilities as you become more comfortable with the company's systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare basic journal entries and accounting transactions
• Complete bank and credit card reconciliations
• Assist with monthly account reconciliations
• Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions
• Maintain general ledger documentation and supporting schedules
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities
• Research discrepancies and make corrections as needed
• Prepare spreadsheets and recurring financial reports
• Assist with audit requests and accounting projects
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records

Qualifications:

• 1–2 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience
• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• Strong Excel skills
• Familiarity with general ledger accounting
• Experience with QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage, or similar software is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Ability to meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy

Compensation

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