Junior Staff Accountant
<p>Our recruiting firm is partnering with a <strong>respected and fast-growing client in North San Diego County</strong> seeking an experienced <strong>Junior Staff Accountant</strong> to contribute to their expanding finance department. This role is perfect for candidates who already have some accounting experience and are looking for a position that will allow them to deepen their expertise while preparing for senior-level responsibilities.</p><p><strong><u>Role Overview</u></strong></p><p>The experienced Junior Staff Accountant will play a vital role in supporting day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and contributing to efficiency improvements within the department.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities</u></strong></p><ul><li>Post journal entries, reconcile accounts, and maintain general ledger accuracy.</li><li>Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.</li><li>Assist with month-end close, including accruals, reconciliations, and reporting.</li><li>Prepare variance analyses and support financial audits.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required).</li><li>1–3 years of hands-on accounting experience (corporate or public accounting).</li><li>Strong knowledge of GAAP principles and financial reporting.</li><li>Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar).</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, v-lookups preferred).</li><li>Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently.</li></ul><p><br></p>
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- Oceanside, CA
- onsite
- Temporary
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26.00 - 28.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>Our recruiting firm is partnering with a <strong>respected and fast-growing client in North San Diego County</strong> seeking an experienced <strong>Junior Staff Accountant</strong> to contribute to their expanding finance department. This role is perfect for candidates who already have some accounting experience and are looking for a position that will allow them to deepen their expertise while preparing for senior-level responsibilities.</p><p><strong><u>Role Overview</u></strong></p><p>The experienced Junior Staff Accountant will play a vital role in supporting day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and contributing to efficiency improvements within the department.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities</u></strong></p><ul><li>Post journal entries, reconcile accounts, and maintain general ledger accuracy.</li><li>Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.</li><li>Assist with month-end close, including accruals, reconciliations, and reporting.</li><li>Prepare variance analyses and support financial audits.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.</li></ul>
- 2025-09-15T00:04:26Z