Staff Accountant

Organization Overview

Founded in 2004, Brilliant Corners provides innovative housing and housing-related services to California's most vulnerable individuals, with an emphasis on those transitioning from, or at risk of, homelessness or institutionalization. We develop, own, and manage multi‑family supportive housing and licensed residential care homes. We implement a broad array of scattered‑site, one‑on‑one supportive housing, and clinical case management programs through partnerships with developmental services, homeless services, veterans' services, and health‑care sectors.

In short, we do dogood work.

We have offices statewide with a staff of passionate people. While we are growing rapidly, we are also selective: we seek inspired, talented people who want to be effecting profound change and who have fun doing it.

Los Angeles, California

$28.85 - $30.29 Hourly

We are seeking a highly organized, detail‑oriented, and motivated Staff Accountant to join our dynamic Accounting/Finance team. This in‑office position plays a critical role in ensuring same‑day payment turnaround for high‑volume vendor transactions. Most work will be program‑based, requiring precision, urgency, and coordination across departments to meet tight payment deadlines. The successful candidate will have experience in accounts payable, high‑volume data entry, and issue resolution.

A significant portion of the role involves processing and turning out payments daily, reviewing and coding bills accurately to specific programs and accounts, and ensuring all required documentation is in place. This role requires being on‑site five days a week, as check handling, printing, and pickup logistics are integral to daily operations. You will report to the Accounting Supervisor and collaborate closely with both internal accounting staff and broader program teams.

• Process high‑volume accounts payable transactions through our accounting system with focus on same‑day turnaround
• Accurately code invoices to appropriate programs and GL accounts
• Review supporting documentation for completeness and compliance
• Coordinate and process urgent and routine payments, including checks, ACH, and wires
• Perform daily check runs and handle urgent/same‑day payments as needed
• Support check distribution logistics, including driving to USPS and Fed Ex daily
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain vendor files, including W‑9 collection and setup in the system
• Post monthly accruals and complete bank reconciliations
• Support month‑end close and assist in year‑end audit and 1099 preparation
• Verify daily data in Salesforce and ensure accurate financial tracking
• Communicate with vendors and internal teams to resolve payment or documentation issues
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Accounting Supervisor

• Experience with Sage Intacct preferred; familiarity with Salesforce a plus

• Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting best practices
• Excellent time management with the ability to prioritize urgent tasks
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy, especially under time constraints
• Strong interpersonal communication skills with a collaborative attitude
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and accounting databases
• Knowledge of funders, compliance, and nonprofit reporting is a plus
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common technical publications, government contracts, leases, regulatory documents, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to write reports that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, boards of directors, and public groups.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as interest, proportions, percentages, and area. Ability to apply basic math and geometry concepts to practical situations. Facility with Microsoft Excel and ability to use a financial calculator.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret…