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Staff Accountant
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$82,056 / year median in California
-25% projected decline
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Handle daily accounting activity across payables, receivables, and cash transactions to keep financial records complete and current.
- Maintain the general ledger by recording journal entries, reviewing account activity, and posting adjustments when needed.
- Complete account reconciliations on a regular basis to verify balances and resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Prepare recurring financial reports, including weekly summaries and month-end statements, for operational and management review.
- Support the month-end close process by organizing supporting documentation and ensuring deadlines are met.
- Monitor accounting accuracy and help uphold compliance with company policies, standard accounting practices, and applicable tax requirements.
- Use QuickBooks Desktop and Excel to track transactions, analyze results, and improve reporting efficiency.