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Robert Half

Staff Accountant

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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 for a manufacturing organization in Ontario, California. This role will contribute to accurate financial reporting by managing reconciliations, assisting with close activities, and preparing key recurring reports and filings. The ideal candidate brings solid general ledger experience, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to work effectively across multiple accounting functions while handling sensitive financial information with discretion.
Responsibilities:
  • Record recurring and non-routine journal entries and complete reconciliations for bank accounts and balance sheet accounts to ensure financial accuracy.
  • Investigate variances, analyze account activity, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner to support reliable reporting.
  • Monitor inventory-related transactions, compare activity to the general ledger, and address mismatches affecting manufacturing accounting records.
  • Participate in monthly and annual close processes by preparing schedules, supporting financial statement readiness, and meeting reporting deadlines.
  • Develop cost data and product costing support for management review while also preparing regular sales, commission, and scrap reporting.
  • Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules, ensuring updates are properly reflected in the accounting system.
  • Prepare and submit required tax filings, including property tax and sales and use tax reports, in accordance with reporting deadlines.
  • Provide backup support for accounts payable and accounts receivable activities and compile requested documentation for external audits and special projects.