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Junior Staff Accountant - Entry Level
<p>Are you a recent graduate ready to launch your accounting career? Our recruiting firm is excited to represent one of our <strong>outstanding clients in North San Diego County</strong> seeking a motivated <strong>Junior Staff Accountant</strong> to join their growing finance team. This is a <strong>temp-to-hire</strong> opportunity with excellent long-term potential for professional growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Role Overview</u></strong></p><p>As an entry-level Staff Accountant, you will gain hands-on experience in general accounting functions and financial operations. This position is designed for someone with a strong academic background in accounting or finance, eager to build a solid foundation and grow into a career in corporate accounting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities</u></strong></p><ul><li>Assist with daily journal entries and general ledger maintenance.</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts and credit card statements.</li><li>Support the month-end and year-end closing process.</li><li>Prepare financial reports and assist with audit documentation.</li><li>Collaborate with the accounting team on ad hoc projects and process improvements.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required).</li><li>0–1 year of accounting experience (internships or coursework projects accepted).</li><li>Strong analytical and organizational skills.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic familiarity with accounting software.</li><li>Eagerness to learn, adapt, and grow in a professional finance environment.</li></ul><p><br></p>
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  • Cardiff-by-the-sea, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 24.00 - 26.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Are you a recent graduate ready to launch your accounting career? Our recruiting firm is excited to represent one of our <strong>outstanding clients in North San Diego County</strong> seeking a motivated <strong>Junior Staff Accountant</strong> to join their growing finance team. This is a <strong>temp-to-hire</strong> opportunity with excellent long-term potential for professional growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Role Overview</u></strong></p><p>As an entry-level Staff Accountant, you will gain hands-on experience in general accounting functions and financial operations. This position is designed for someone with a strong academic background in accounting or finance, eager to build a solid foundation and grow into a career in corporate accounting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities</u></strong></p><ul><li>Assist with daily journal entries and general ledger maintenance.</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts and credit card statements.</li><li>Support the month-end and year-end closing process.</li><li>Prepare financial reports and assist with audit documentation.</li><li>Collaborate with the accounting team on ad hoc projects and process improvements.</li></ul>
  • 2025-09-14T23:58:42Z

Junior Staff Accountant - Entry Level Job in Cardiff-by-the-sea | Robert Half