Staff Accountant

Robert Half • San Diego, CA • 10h ago

Description We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a service-focused organization in San Diego, California. This Long-term Contract position will play an important role in supporting day-to-day accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records, and contributing to a smooth monthly close process. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in manufacturing-related accounting activities, strong spreadsheet skills, and the ability to manage detailed financial tasks with accuracy and independence.

Responsibilities:

Support monthly and year-end accounting activities by preparing journal entries, reviewing account activity, and helping complete close deadlines on schedule.

Maintain accurate general ledger records through account analysis, balance sheet reconciliations, and timely correction of discrepancies.

Oversee inventory-related accounting tasks by tracking inventory movements, validating valuations, and assisting with the financial treatment of inventory transactions.

Manage fixed asset accounting by recording additions, monitoring depreciation, and keeping asset schedules current and accurate.

Prepare accruals and other adjusting entries to ensure financial statements reflect complete and accurate reporting periods.

Process credit memos and related documentation while coordinating with internal teams to resolve billing or transactional issues.

Assist with tax-related accounting support, including sales tax tracking, corporate tax documentation, and preparation of information needed for filings.

Contribute to reporting and operational accounting projects, including work within QAD and support for any accounting process updates tied to system or workflow changes. Requirements - At least 2 years of accounting experience, including work in a manufacturing environment.

Practical knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entry preparation, and account reconciliation.

Experience handling inventory accounting and fixed asset records with a high degree of accuracy.

Familiarity with sales tax, corporate tax support, and documentation used in corporate tax return processes.

Strong Excel skills with the ability to analyze data, organize schedules, and manage detailed financial information.

Working knowledge of QAD or similar accounting or ERP systems.

Strong attention to detail, dependable organizational skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced setting.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company's 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.

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