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Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support essential accounting operations for a local government organization in Upland, California. This Long-term Contract position focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with reconciliations, and contributing to reliable reporting processes. The ideal candidate brings strong Excel capabilities, practical accounting experience, and the ability to manage recurring financial tasks with accuracy and consistency.
Responsibilities:
Prepare and record journal entries to maintain accurate and timely financial data.
Perform bank account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure account accuracy.
Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including reviewing transactions and resolving outstanding items.
Assist with audit preparation by organizing documentation and responding to requests for financial support.
Reconcile downloaded and manually entered financial reports to verify completeness and correctness.
Maintain general ledger records and help ensure transactions are properly classified.
Contribute to tax-related accounting support, including sales tax and corporate tax documentation as needed.