Staff Accountant
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in San Francisco, California. In this role, you will be responsible for managing various accounting functions with a focus on corporate tax and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a commitment to maintaining accuracy in all financial processes. <strong>For immediate consideration, please contact Leon Chang directly via Linked-In.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Performs general accounting functions, including accruals, reconciliations, and journal entries.</p><p> • Manages payroll and benefits accounting, ensuring timely recording, reconciliation, and audit accuracy.</p><p> • Oversees cash management activities such as deposits, wires, and fund transfers.</p><p> • Maintains and processes accounting transactions within ERP and financial systems.</p><p> • Prepares financial reports and analyses to support the Controller.</p><p> • Assists with annual audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and reconciliations.</p><p> • Conducts monthly balance sheet reconciliations and updates accounting policies and procedures.</p><p> • Coordinates with vendors, staff, faculty, and students on accounting-related matters.</p><p> • Ensures compliance with accounting standards and tax filing requirements.</p><p> • Performs additional accounting and administrative duties as needed.</p>
<p> Strong verbal and written communication skills.</p><p> • Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail.</p><p> • Solid understanding of financial and accrual accounting principles, including GAAP compliance.</p><p> • Proficient in general ledger and accounting software, as well as Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills.</p><p> • Demonstrates professionalism, initiative, and a collaborative attitude.</p><p> • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.</p><p> • Minimum of three years’ experience in general or payroll accounting.</p><p> • Ability to learn and navigate enterprise database systems; experience with Ellucian Colleague is a plus.</p><p> • Capable of working independently and collaboratively across departments.</p><p> • Highly organized with strong time management and data accuracy skills</p>
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- San Francisco, CA
- remote
- Permanent
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74000.00 - 84000.00 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in San Francisco, California. In this role, you will be responsible for managing various accounting functions with a focus on corporate tax and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a commitment to maintaining accuracy in all financial processes. <strong>For immediate consideration, please contact Leon Chang directly via Linked-In.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Performs general accounting functions, including accruals, reconciliations, and journal entries.</p><p> • Manages payroll and benefits accounting, ensuring timely recording, reconciliation, and audit accuracy.</p><p> • Oversees cash management activities such as deposits, wires, and fund transfers.</p><p> • Maintains and processes accounting transactions within ERP and financial systems.</p><p> • Prepares financial reports and analyses to support the Controller.</p><p> • Assists with annual audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and reconciliations.</p><p> • Conducts monthly balance sheet reconciliations and updates accounting policies and procedures.</p><p> • Coordinates with vendors, staff, faculty, and students on accounting-related matters.</p><p> • Ensures compliance with accounting standards and tax filing requirements.</p><p> • Performs additional accounting and administrative duties as needed.</p>
- 2025-11-06T22:34:14Z