Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a Contract assignment based in San Francisco, California. This position will focus on strengthening the accuracy of cash activity and supporting timely month-end accounting through thorough account review and reconciliation work. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with bank reconciliations, solid general ledger knowledge, and the ability to manage priorities independently in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities:
• Reconcile multiple bank accounts by comparing financial records to bank activity and resolving outstanding differences promptly.
• Examine variances and unusual transactions, determine root causes, and document findings clearly for internal accounting records.
• Prepare and post journal entries that support accurate cash balances and related general ledger activity.
• Perform account analysis to confirm completeness, accuracy, and proper classification of transactions.
• Partner with accounting team members to address open items, clear reconciling balances, and maintain organized supporting documentation.
• Assist with month-end close activities tied to cash accounts and other assigned balance sheet areas.
• Use Excel to organize large data sets, track reconciliation progress, and produce clear supporting schedules.
• Help maintain accurate financial reporting by ensuring reconciliations are completed within established timelines.