Staff Accountant

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.