Staff Accountant

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in San Diego, California. This role requires expertise in managing financial records, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with corporate tax regulations. The ideal candidate will excel at analyzing financial data and collaborating with various departments to support accurate reporting and effective decision-making.

Responsibilities:

- Record and monitor daily cash transactions, reconcile bank accounts, and ensure appropriate liquidity levels.

- Develop and maintain short-term cash forecasts, analyze variances, and work with stakeholders to project cash requirements.

- Prepare, review, and post journal entries while ensuring accuracy in general ledger accounts.

- Perform monthly reconciliations for balance sheet accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly.

- Support month-end and quarter-end close processes, ensuring all deadlines are met and financial data is accurate.

- Assist in preparing internal and external financial reports, including supporting schedules.

- Handle accounts payable and receivable tasks when needed, such as invoice processing and vendor/customer communications.

- Identify and implement improvements to streamline accounting processes and strengthen internal controls.

- Provide documentation and respond to inquiries from external auditors during audits.

- Collaborate with internal teams to gather financial data, clarify variances, and ensure accurate reporting. Requirements - At least 3 years of accounting experience, preferably with corporate tax exposure.

- Proficiency in preparing and managing journal entries and maintaining general ledger accounts.

- Strong knowledge of corporate tax processes, including sales tax and corporate tax returns.

- Demonstrated ability to perform detailed reconciliations and resolve discrepancies efficiently.

- Experience supporting month-end and quarter-end closing activities.

- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail in financial reporting.

- Effective communication skills for engaging with internal teams and external auditors.

- Ability to identify opportunities for process improvement and implement effective solutions.

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