Staff Accountant

Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Concord, California. This Contract to Permanent position requires an individual who can support financial operations in a service-based industry, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and regulations. The role involves close collaboration with various departments to deliver timely and precise financial reporting while maintaining operational cost tracking and supporting audits.

Responsibilities:

- Prepare and post journal entries related to operational costs, including disposal fees, fuel consumption, and equipment maintenance.

- Reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy in areas such as inventory, depreciation, and vendor payments.

- Process vendor invoices and verify their accuracy against contracts, service logs, and operational data.

- Analyze and track key cost drivers, including labor, fuel, maintenance, and disposal fees, to assist in budgeting and forecasting.

- Maintain fleet asset records and depreciation schedules, ensuring proper allocation of costs.

- Coordinate with operations and maintenance teams to reconcile cost variances and validate financial data.

- Support month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of financial statements and management reports.

- Ensure compliance with internal policies, government regulations, and audit requirements by maintaining accurate documentation.

- Assist with applying for and renewing permits and reporting on sustainability and recycling programs.

- Collaborate with leadership to provide financial analysis for pricing strategies and operational improvements.

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

- Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience, preferably within service-based or fleet-driven industries.

- Proficiency in accounting software, such as Costpoint or similar platforms.

- Strong analytical skills to interpret operational data, including fuel logs and route sheets.

- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel, with expertise in pivot tables and data analysis.

- Familiarity with fleet management and work-order systems, such as Samsara, Fleetio, or Routeware.

- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

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