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Robert Half

Staff Accountant

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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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

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Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations and help maintain accurate financial records for the organization. This role contributes to daily accounting activities, period-end close, and financial reporting while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations. Based in Monterey Park, California, the position offers the opportunity to work across multiple accounting functions and support ongoing process improvements.
Responsibilities:
  • Maintain the general ledger by recording journal entries, organizing account activity, and keeping financial data accurate and up to date.
  • Reconcile balance sheet and other assigned accounts on a regular basis, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Support month-end and year-end close activities by preparing accruals, adjustments, and other required accounting entries.
  • Assist with the preparation of financial statements and management reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting deliverables.
  • Help ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements by preparing documentation and supporting audit requests.
  • Contribute to day-to-day accounting operations by assisting with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll-related processes as needed.
  • Participate in budgeting support and financial analysis by tracking performance and explaining notable variances against plan.
  • Recommend and support improvements to accounting workflows to increase accuracy, consistency, and operational efficiency.