Staff Accountant

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a well-established organization to hire a Staff Accountant on a contract basis. This opportunity is ideal for a professional who is ready to build on existing accounting skills in a collaborative environment, with exposure to core accounting functions and nonprofit operations.

Location:

Oakland, CA.

Schedule:

Hybrid.

• Perform bank, account, and general ledger reconciliations
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable, including invoice processing and payment application
• Assist with month‑end close, including journal entries and account tie‑outs
• Maintain and update financial records and documentation
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies and variances
• Support cash applications and track incoming/outgoing payments
• Assist with data cleanup and organization of financial records
• Partner with internal teams to resolve accounting issues
• Use Excel for reporting, reconciliations, and data analysis

• Experience with account reconciliations and financial recordkeeping
• Knowledge of AP/AR processes
• Ability to complete bank reconciliations independently
• Intermediate Excel skills (formulas, sorting, filtering, reporting)
• 2+ years of similar accounting experience
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

• Nonprofit or mission‑driven organization experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• Experience with Sage, Net Suite, or similar ERP systems

• Opportunity to expand your accounting skillset
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Exposure to meaningful, mission‑driven work

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, Employee Assistance Program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Associates may also be eligible for paid leave, including Paid Sick Leave or any other leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

$30.00 to $34.00 per hour.

Equality is at the core. Military connected talent is encouraged to apply. Massachusetts Candidates Only:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements.

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

These statements provide information about our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All eligible applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class under applicable law.