<p>A well-established professional services firm in Rancho Bernardo is seeking a polished, client-focused <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> who enjoys the intellectual side of accounting—researching discrepancies, preparing accurate financial reports, and supporting strategic decision-making. This role works closely with a CFO and senior leadership who value professionalism, curiosity, and clear communication.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare monthly financial statements including income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow report</li><li>Responsible for <strong>full-cycle G/L maintenance</strong>: adjusting entries, reconciliation of all major accounts, and documentation</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting cycles by preparing historical analyses, trend reviews, and projection worksheets</li><li>Perform <strong>detailed account reconciliations</strong> for bank, credit card, prepaid, accrued liabilities, intercompany accounts, and client trust accounts</li><li>Assist with client billing, revenue tracking, and project profitability analysis</li><li>Monitor compliance with internal accounting policies and assist in documentation updates</li><li>Prepare schedules for audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting</li><li>Collaborate with department heads to gather data and provide financial insights</li></ul>

<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA track or CPA candidate is a plus)</li><li><strong>2–5 years accounting experience</strong>, ideally in a professional services, financial, or consulting environment</li><li>Strong understanding of GAAP, month-end close processes, and accrual accounting</li><li>Familiar with revenue recognition concepts and multi-entity structures</li><li>Excellent written communication skills – especially for client-facing communication</li><li>High emotional intelligence; ability to provide financial clarity to non-accounting stakeholders</li><li>Proficiency with Excel and financial reporting tools</li></ul><p><br></p>

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