Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

We are seeking a Staff Accountant to join a growing team in Petaluma. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys a mix of hands-on transactional accounting, month-end close support, and process improvement. The ideal candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting timely and reliable reporting, and identifying practical ways to enhance efficiency and strengthen accounting operations.

This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact while growing alongside a collaborative and evolving organization.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the complete accounts payable and accounts receivable cycle, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and on schedule.
• Perform account and bank reconciliations, investigate variances, and assist in preparing monthly financial statements and related reporting.
• Administer annual 1099 preparation and filing activities while maintaining compliant vendor records.
• Record payroll-related journal entries and reconcile payroll balances to confirm accuracy within the general ledger.
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries to support daily accounting activity and period-end close requirements.
• Maintain organized financial records and contribute to a smooth month-end close by tracking deadlines and resolving outstanding items.
• Analyze discrepancies in accounting data, identify root causes, and implement timely resolutions to correct issues.
• Recommend and support process enhancements by using accounting systems and technology to improve workflow efficiency and accuracy.