Staff Accountant

Description We are looking for a dedicated Staff Accountant to join a non-profit organization in San Luis Obispo, California. This Contract to ongoing position offers a blend of in-office and remote work, providing an exciting and rewarding opportunity for professionals who thrive in dynamic environments. As a key member of the accounting team, you will play an integral role in journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting while adhering to established accounting policies.

Responsibilities:

- Prepare detailed journal entries and reconcile accounts including cash, payroll, and prepaid expenses.

- Analyze and report monthly balance sheet and income statement data to assist management decision-making.

- Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes by preparing financial close workbooks.

- Assist in maintaining and implementing internal controls to ensure compliance with organizational accounting standards.

- Manage capital lease schedules and coordinate monthly payments.

- Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset ledger, including depreciation schedules.

- Perform month-end account reconciliations and recurring journal entries with minimal supervision.

- Process intercompany transactions and reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting.

- Compile financial data for analysis and present it in a clear, actionable format.

- Contribute to departmental initiatives and complete ad-hoc projects as assigned. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.

- Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting roles.

- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft programs.

- Familiarity with Net Suite, Blackline, or similar accounting systems is an advantage.

- Strong analytical abilities with exceptional attention to detail.

- Excellent organizational skills, along with effective written and verbal communication.

- Proven ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks independently.

- Experience working in fast-paced and evolving organizational environments is a plus.

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