Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

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.