Staff Accountant

Company: Robert Half
Location: San Diego
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description We are looking for a highly motivated Staff Accountant to join our team in San Diego, California. This is a Contract to permanent position, offering an excellent opportunity for growth within a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in managing financial processes and reporting, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all accounting operations. Responsibilities: • Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings, including balance sheet reconciliations and cash flow analysis. • Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes to ensure timely and accurate transactions. • Perform detailed audits and reviews to maintain compliance with accounting standards. • Manage fixed asset and liability accounts, ensuring proper documentation and reporting. • Reconcile bank accounts and prepare financial reports to support strategic decision-making. • Utilize Epicor and Excel (including PivotTables and VLOOKUP) to streamline accounting workflows. • Collaborate with the Controller and Accounting Manager to improve efficiency in financial operations. • Prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledger for accurate financial tracking. • Handle corporate and sales tax filings, ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines. • Support continuous improvement initiatives, including streamlining the month-end close process.• Minimum of 2 years of experience in public accounting, with exposure to full month-end close processes. • Proficiency in Epicor software and advanced Excel functions such as PivotTables and VLOOKUP. • Strong understanding of balance sheets, cash flow, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed assets. • Demonstrated ability to perform audits and reviews, with attention to detail and accuracy. • Experience managing corporate and sales tax filings as well as general ledger maintenance. • Excellent organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple priorities effectively. • Strong analytical abilities to interpret financial data and provide actionable insights. • Ability to work fully onsite initially, transitioning to a hybrid schedule after approximately three months.

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