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103 results for Entry Level Jr Staff Accountant in Hayward, CA

Junior Accountant

Castro Valley, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 35 USD / Hourly
Our client in Hayward is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This role is ideal for an entry-level accounting professional who is eager to build hands-on experience in general ledger support, account reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close activities. The Junior Accountant will work closely with the accounting team to support daily financial operations and ensure accuracy in reporting.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist with preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Review and maintain general ledger activity</li><li>Help process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions</li><li>Reconcile bank and credit card statements</li><li>Prepare and update financial spreadsheets and reports</li><li>Maintain accurate accounting records and documentation</li><li>Assist with audits and other ad hoc accounting projects</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and procedures</li></ul>
2026-05-12T00:00:00Z

Junior Accountant

Walnut Creek, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 35 USD / Hourly
Our client in Walnut Creek is seeking an Entry-Level Accountant for a temp-to-hire opportunity. This position is well suited for someone beginning their accounting career who is looking to gain hands-on experience in a collaborative environment. The Entry-Level Accountant will support daily accounting operations, assist with reconciliations, and help maintain accurate financial records.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processing</li><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation</li><li>Process invoices and expense reports</li><li>Review financial transactions for accuracy and completeness</li><li>Enter and update data in accounting systems</li><li>Assist with audits and other accounting projects as needed</li></ul>
2026-05-14T00:00:00Z

Junior Bookkeeper

San Leandro, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
The Bookkeeper is responsible for: <ul><li>Managing daily transactions, oversight of accounts and answers questions for the client. </li><li>This includes data input, vendor payments and ensuring accuracy of invoices or credits, client -family misc. payments of bills and expenses </li><li>Review of bank accounts and transactions/postings/credits/deposits and transfers, GL review, entries, reconciling accounts, credit card reconciliations, property taxes, review and oversight of budgets and monthly reports for client. </li><li>Providing information to client on transactions, transferring funds, communication with vendors and providing information as requested or to resolve discrepancies. </li><li>Proficiency with and use of QuickBooks and Excel is Required. </li></ul>  This position is ideal for a candidate that has worked in public accounting or has exposure to multiple entities and transactions; with a Degree in Accounting or Related studies, QuickBooks proficiency and Bilingual in both English and Spanish, This is a great work environment and offers excellent employee benefits.
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Fairfield, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our dynamic finance team in Fairfield, California. This role requires a detail-oriented individual who will oversee key financial processes, ensure accurate reporting, and contribute to the overall efficiency of the accounting function. The ideal candidate is eager to grow their expertise, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is committed to delivering high-quality results. Responsibilities: • Lead the month-end close process, including reviewing financial drafts and identifying variances against budget. • Consolidate financial statements across multiple entities, ensuring accurate representation of intercompany activities. • Coordinate and manage audit processes, including bank and year-end audits, while collaborating with team members to fulfill data requests. • Assist in preparing annual budgets and contribute to financial planning initiatives. • Monitor daily cash management activities, analyzing current standings to determine payable priorities. • Apply cost accounting principles to support operational decisions and cross-train with other accounting roles. • Oversee the accounts payable cycle, addressing vendor inquiries and ensuring timely processing of payments. • Develop and maintain freight tracking reports to analyze cost trends by customer and route. • Maintain a fixed asset tracker, tagging and systematically recording assets for monthly reporting. • Perform additional duties as required to support the overall finance and accounting function.
2026-05-08T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Napa, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team in Napa, California. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the financial health and accuracy of a dynamic wine organization. The ideal candidate will bring strong accounting expertise, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to managing financial records and processes. Responsibilities:• Perform account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial policies.• Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and address discrepancies promptly.• Conduct bank reconciliations and maintain accurate records of transactions.• Manage the general ledger and ensure entries are properly recorded.• Prepare and post journal entries to support month-end and year-end closing processes.• Collaborate with team members to complete month-end close procedures efficiently.• Utilize NetSuite and other accounting software to manage financial data effectively.• Analyze financial statements and provide insights to support decision-making.• Develop and implement process improvements for accounting tasks.• Assist in audits and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
2026-05-01T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Union City, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Union City, California. This role is ideal for someone who excels in managing financial records and supporting month-end processes. You will play a key role in maintaining the integrity of our accounting systems and ensuring compliance with financial standards. Responsibilities:• Help manage and review the general ledger close cycle and support preparation of financial statements.• Participate in month-end and quarter-end close activities, including review and analysis.• Provide support for sales tax filings, quarterly reports, and annual 1099 processing.• Create both routine and ad hoc journal entries, maintain close documentation, run financial reports, and perform account reconciliations.• Assist with internal, external, and regulatory audit requests.• Document, maintain, and refresh internal controls and accounting procedures.• Partner with cross-functional teams to address accounting questions and needs.• Coordinate with other departments to ensure timely and accurate expense, revenue, and accrual postings.• Support special initiatives such as GAAP implementations, subsidiary-to-GL reconciliations, fixed asset tracking, and budget and CapEx planning.• Maintain working knowledge of ASC 606, ASC 842, and basic retail inventory concepts.• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency.• Take on additional projects as business priorities evolve.
2026-05-06T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Oakland, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 112000 USD / Yearly
We are seeking a Sr. Accountant for our team in Oakland, California. This role is integral to our team's success as it involves handling customer applications, ensuring accurate records, and resolving inquiries. Additionally, the Sr. Accountant will monitor customer accounts and take necessary actions. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Create and maintain month-end support, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and detailed account reviews.</li><li>Produce financial reports and analysis used by leadership for internal meetings and decision-making.</li><li>Build a strong working knowledge of end-to-end accounting processes within the Controller’s organization.</li><li>Assist with external audits, SOX 404 compliance, and regulatory reporting, serving as a point of contact for auditors when needed.</li><li>Support SEC filings by preparing disclosures, schedules, analysis, and related documentation in partnership with the Compliance team.</li><li>Help fulfill statutory audit and reporting obligations for U.S. and international entities, including benefit plans and insurance-related requirements.</li><li>Contribute to special accounting initiatives, one-off analyses, and cross-functional projects as they arise.</li></ul>
2026-05-08T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Fremont, CA
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Temporary / Contract
61.75 - 71.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant with payroll processing experience to join our team in Fremont, California. This is a long-term contract position within the healthcare industry, offering an exciting opportunity to contribute to financial operations in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will excel at managing complex accounting processes, delivering accurate financial reports, and leading key initiatives to ensure compliance and efficiency. Responsibilities:• Support with payroll processing in Workday. Workday Payroll is required. • Prepare and post journal entries accurately and within established deadlines.• Lead and coordinate the monthly variance analysis process, guiding staff accountants and presenting findings to senior management.• Review journal entries and reconcile hospital general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance.• Compile and prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements, ensuring timely completion.• Develop and maintain audit schedules for interim and year-end audits, while effectively communicating with auditors.• Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts each month and provide support to staff accountants as needed.• Process and obtain approvals for wire transfer requests and initiate payments through the hospital's banking portal.• Ensure all month-end, quarter-end, and year-end deliverables are completed on schedule.• Handle additional tasks and responsibilities assigned by the Director of Accounting or Controller.
2026-05-12T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Fremont, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a growing organization in Fremont, California. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, coordinating close activities, and ensuring compliance across multiple entities. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage details in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Lead monthly close activities by preparing and reviewing schedules, recording entries, and helping deliver timely financial results. • Maintain the general ledger with a strong focus on accuracy, consistency, and proper account classification. • Prepare journal entries and supporting documentation for routine and complex accounting transactions. • Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. • Complete bank reconciliations and investigate variances to ensure cash activity is properly recorded. • Support accounting operations across multiple corporate entities, including consolidation-related activities and intercompany balancing. • Manage sales tax-related accounting tasks and assist with filings, documentation, and compliance requirements. • Partner with internal and external auditors by organizing requested records and responding to accounting inquiries. • Contribute to system implementation efforts by validating accounting data, supporting testing, and helping improve financial processes.
2026-05-05T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Napa, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional looking to take your career to the next level? We are seeking a Senior Accountant for an exciting opportunity in a growing organization. This position offers hands-on responsibility across the full spectrum of accounting processes, empowering you to drive efficient and accurate reporting. As a key contributor, you’ll work closely with leadership and play an instrumental role in ensuring seamless financial operations. About the RoleAs the Senior Accountant, you will oversee a variety of accounting functions, including general ledger management, financial reconciliations, and month-end close processes. Supporting the VP of Finance & Accounting, you will influence key decision-making and occasionally act as a point of contact for the Executive Leadership Team during their absence. You’ll need a keen eye for precision, an aptitude for data analysis, and a strong commitment to process improvement and compliance. What You’ll DoYour core responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Managing general ledger activities and ensuring proper reconciliation and accuracy in line with established accounting standards (GAAP).</li><li>Driving the month-end close process to deliver timely and accurate reporting.</li><li>Preparing trial balances, performing detailed account reconciliations, and reporting any discrepancies or variances.</li><li>Reviewing and processing essential transaction entries and journal entries, including EOY adjustments from external auditors.</li><li>Serving as a liaison for accounts payable/receivable (AP/AR) to resolve issues, analyze variances, and provide transactional support.</li><li>Supporting financial planning activities such as the annual budgeting process and year-end financial reviews.</li><li>Reviewing time card submissions while ensuring internal processes and procedures are followed.</li><li>Assisting with specialized accounting projects related to operations, including harvest accounting.</li><li>Developing and documenting internal processes and policies while maintaining robust internal controls.</li><li>Performing additional accounting and finance duties as assigned.</li></ul>
2026-05-18T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Oakland, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
98000 - 106000 USD / Yearly
This is an ideal role for someone who wants breadth, ownership, and high visibility in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. You’ll support everything from banking, cash management and investments to grants, real estate and organizational finance. What You’ll DoTreasury & Cash Management<ul><li>Oversee banking relationships, cash management and liquidity planning.</li><li>Manage cash flow forecasting and monitoring across programs and entities.</li><li>Track investments and debt obligations.</li><li>Ensure accurate cash reconciliations and maintain strong internal controls.</li></ul>Accounting & Financial Operations<ul><li>Maintain general ledger, journals and financial systems.</li><li>Lead complex accounting processes and month-/year-end close.</li><li>Prepare financial statements and reports for internal leadership, funders and auditors.</li><li>Support budgeting, reporting and financial analysis across departments.</li><li>Recommend and implement process improvements and system enhancements.</li></ul>Collaboration & Advisory<ul><li>Serve as a trusted financial advisor to program teams and leadership.</li><li>Partner with external auditors, funders, and compliance agencies.</li><li>Provide guidance on accounting policies, procedures, and regulatory compliance.</li></ul>
2026-05-01T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Livermore, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 102000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Livermore, California. In this role, you will oversee critical accounting functions, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial records and reports. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a detail-oriented mindset, and a commitment to maintaining compliance with accounting standards. Responsibilities: • Execute monthly close processes, including preparing and posting journal entries to ensure accurate reflection of transactions. • Prepare detailed financial reports such as balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and profit and loss reports. • Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts on a timely basis to maintain accuracy and resolve discrepancies. • Monitor daily bank activities, update cash reports, and post necessary journal entries. • Manage accounts payable processes, including invoice coding, payment processing, and verifying charges to appropriate accounts. • Perform weekly bank reconciliations, verify deposits, and address inquiries from banking institutions. • Assist with invoicing duties, including portal submissions, resolving disputes, and handling customer billing inquiries. • Respond to external auditor requests, providing timely and accurate documentation as required. • File tax forms with government agencies at federal, state, and local levels. • Collaborate with software vendors to maintain and improve accounting systems, recommending updates to enhance functionality.
2026-04-21T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

San Francisco, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 145000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in San Francisco, California. The ideal candidate will play a key role in managing accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and maintaining compliance with accounting standards. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic organization while advancing your career in finance. For immediate consideration, please contact Leon Chang directly via Linked-In. Responsibilities:• Support global month-end close, consolidations, reconciliations, and intercompany activity• Maintain general ledger accuracy, journal entries, and account integrity• Prepare variance analysis across financial statements and resolve close issues• Research accounting matters and draft technical memos and disclosures• Support internal and external audits and coordinate annual audit activities• Assist with revenue recognition under ASC 606 and manage deferred revenue and AR• Resolve revenue discrepancies and support collections, refunds, and aging accuracy
2026-05-08T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

San Francisco, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
PLEASE CONTACT CHRISTINA TRAN AT ROBERT HALF FOR MORE DETAILS SENIOR PROPRETY ACCOUNTANT Well established real estate investment company with over 6Bil AUM is expanding its accounting team. We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join a growing dynamic team. In this role, you will oversee property-related financial operations, ensure the accuracy and compliance of reporting while driving strategic insights through financial analysis. This position requires expertise in managing full-cycle accounting processes and collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain the integrity of financial data. Responsibilities:• Manage the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.• Prepare and record journal entries, verifying documentation and reconciling financial accounts.• Conduct bank reconciliations to ensure compliance and accuracy.• Oversee general ledger activities, including intercompany allocations, loan schedules, and asset tracking.• Assist with liquidity management, including fund transfer requests and investor distribution coordination.• Prepare financial reports to meet lender and investor requirements.• Support budget preparation and provide recommendations based on financial trends and forecasts.• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, business license renewals, and property tax filings.• Collaborate with property management and regional teams to align financial operations with business goals.• Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency and reporting accuracy.
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Foster City, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
PLEASE CONTACT CHRISTINA TRAN AT ROBERT HALF FOR MORE DETAILS SENIOR ACCOUNTANT RESPONSIBILITIES- Responsible for analyzing and interpreting financial information as well as accurately compiling and reporting this information for corporate entities. • Performing month‐end, quarterly and annual closing activities in compliance with GAAP and Company accounting policies, including the preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, ad hoc analysis, and reporting.• Prepare complex account reconciliation, analysis and journal entries and perform on‐going analytical review in support of the monthly close process.• Maintain and understand documentation related to various inter‐entity billings to calculate, invoice and record earned fee revenue and receivable. • Perform allocation of expenses to other entities and request reimbursement from those entities on a timely basis.• Pro‐actively research and document conclusions on accounting issues with appropriate knowledge and interpretation of relevant GAAP pronouncements. • Maintain, establish, and improve documentation relating to internal accounting controls. • Prepare annual audit schedules and interact with auditors to complete the audit, consolidation, and tax returns. • Monitor adherence to audit requirements and ensure full compliance in accordance with regulatory agencies. • Serve as a financial resource, answer questions, and provide ad‐hoc financial support as requested. • Develop recommendations for effective and efficient business processes and participate in cross‐ functional projects.
2026-05-01T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

San Jose, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
105000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
Colleen McAuliffe is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in San Jose, California. In this role, you will leverage your expertise to oversee accounting operations, ensure compliance with industry standards, and contribute to the financial integrity of our organization. This position is ideal for an individual with a strong background in construction accounting and a proactive approach to managing complex financial tasks. Responsibilities:• Prepare and analyze monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports to ensure accuracy.• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes, delivering timely and precise financial statements.• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, with a focus on construction job cost accounting.• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processes, ensuring operational accuracy.• Collaborate closely with project managers to track job costing, work-in-progress schedules, and conduct variance analyses.• Support budgeting and forecasting initiatives, providing critical financial insights.• Ensure adherence to industry standards and internal controls to maintain regulatory compliance.• Assist in preparing documentation and schedules for internal and external audits.• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy across accounting functions.• Provide mentorship and guidance to entry-level accounting staff to foster team development.
2026-05-01T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

San Jose, CA
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Temporary / Contract
34.2 - 39.6 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Long-term Contract position based in San Jose, California. This role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, managing key close activities, and ensuring balance sheet accounts are properly reconciled. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound knowledge of general ledger processes, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Lead recurring close activities by preparing schedules, reviewing financial data, and helping ensure timely completion of month-end reporting. • Prepare and record journal entries with appropriate support, maintaining accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. • Manage general ledger activity by reviewing transactions, researching variances, and resolving posting issues. • Perform account reconciliations on a regular basis to confirm balances are complete, accurate, and fully supported. • Complete bank reconciliations by comparing statements to internal records and investigating outstanding differences. • Analyze financial information to identify discrepancies, recommend corrections, and improve the reliability of reporting. • Partner with internal stakeholders to gather documentation, clarify accounting treatment, and support ongoing financial operations.
2026-05-12T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

San Francisco, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
60 - 65 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a fully remote contract engagement with our client headquartered in San Francisco. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented accountant who brings strong judgment across lease accounting, software capitalization, and capital expenditure activities. The position will support complex accounting operations across multiple entities while providing analytical insight, process oversight, and dependable month-end execution. Responsibilities:• Manage lease accounting activities under ASC 842, including analysis of profit and loss fluctuations, preparation of entries, and review of supporting schedules.• Oversee software capitalization and capital expenditure accounting by evaluating project costs, coordinating with internal teams, and ensuring appropriate accounting treatment.• Prepare and review journal entries, general ledger activity, and reconciliations to support an accurate and timely month-end close process.• Partner with engineering, project, and finance stakeholders to validate project start dates, extensions, labor allocations, and other inputs used in capitalization calculations.• Perform first-level review of key accounting areas, identify issues requiring attention, and provide practical recommendations to strengthen oversight.• Support intercompany accounting across three entities, including balancing activity, resolving discrepancies, and improving consistency in recording practices.• Document recurring accounting procedures and knowledge-transfer materials to preserve continuity for critical responsibilities.• Contribute to process improvements, including opportunities to streamline manual workflows, enhance reporting, and apply automation or AI-enabled efficiencies where appropriate.
2026-05-18T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Concord, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for our manufacturing business in Concord, California. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, coordinating monthly closing activities, and ensuring the integrity of the general ledger. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and a solid background in reconciliations, journal entry preparation, and financial reporting support. Responsibilities:• Take full ownership of entity month-end close, from reconciliations through final statements• Produce and explain financial results, highlighting key variances for leadership• Keep balance sheet accounts fully reconciled with complete backup• Act as lead audit liaison, managing requests, responses, and documentation• Apply GAAP standards across depreciation, assets, and revenue accounting• Analyze and document technical accounting issues and conclusions• Improve close cycles, controls, and reconciliation processes• Assist with ad hoc reporting, special initiatives, and cross-team projects
2026-04-21T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Napa, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35.625 - 41.25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a fast-paced accounting team in Napa, California on a Contract basis. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting billing activity, and providing timely analysis across a high-volume environment. The ideal candidate is confident working through complex general ledger transactions, collaborating with internal stakeholders, and delivering dependable accounting support for multiple entities. Responsibilities:• Manage a large volume of general ledger transactions, preparing and posting journal entries with a high degree of accuracy.• Oversee billing workflows and invoice processing to ensure charges are completed on schedule and aligned with client agreements.• Maintain supplemental client reporting by organizing, uploading, and validating financial data through Excel-based templates and accounting systems.• Review budgets, financial statements, and supporting reports to identify discrepancies and confirm completeness.• Communicate financial information clearly to senior team members, managers, and external clients to support decision-making.• Provide accounting support for farm and vineyard-related client activity, including detailed transaction tracking and interim reporting.• Partner with the broader accounting team to maintain continuity during the harvest season and support coverage needs tied to a planned leave.• Assist with process training and knowledge sharing to help reduce disruption as responsibilities transition across the team.
2026-05-12T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

San Rafael, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
We are seeking a strong Senior Accountant to join a growing local team. This role will play a key part in accurate financial reporting, compliance, and enhancing accounting processes as the organization continues to grow. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced accountant who enjoys taking ownership, partnering cross‑functionally, and contributing to meaningful process improvements in a dynamic environment. What You’ll Do<ul><li>Own and maintain the general ledger, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with GAAP</li><li>Lead monthly and year‑end close processes including journal entries, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements and management reports including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow analyses</li><li>Perform variance analysis and investigate root causes, partnering with leadership to explain results and trends</li><li>Assist in developing and enhancing accounting policies, procedures, and documentation as the organization grows</li><li>Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, providing documentation, and responding to inquiries</li><li>Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal requirements, including tax filings and regulatory reporting</li><li>Drive process improvements to strengthen controls, improve efficiency, and optimize accounting systems and workflows</li></ul>
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

San Mateo, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accountant to support core accounting operations for a mission-driven non-profit organization in California. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, coordinating the monthly close, and strengthening day-to-day accounting workflows. The ideal candidate brings sound general ledger knowledge, strong analytical skills, and the ability to provide guidance to entry-level team members while working independently on detailed financial processes. Responsibilities:• Record and post recurring and ad hoc journal entries, including payroll-related entries, with a high degree of accuracy.• Reconcile bank activity and balance sheet accounts regularly, investigating variances and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.• Organize and maintain supporting schedules, workpapers, and documentation to ensure completeness and audit readiness.• Oversee the monthly closing cycle by coordinating deadlines, reviewing entries, and helping ensure financial data is finalized on schedule.• Respond to audit inquiries by preparing requested materials, clarifying account activity, and following through on outstanding items.• Review accounts payable postings to confirm correct general ledger classification and accurate financial treatment.• Support accounts receivable accounting activity by preparing or assisting with related journal entries when needed.• Monitor endowed and designated fund balances, maintain detailed tracking schedules, and complete related reconciliations and entries.• Provide day-to-day direction and informal mentorship to two entry-level accounting team members while helping improve consistency across processes.• Evaluate existing accounting procedures, document workflows, and recommend practical improvements that create greater structure and efficiency.
2026-05-04T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
61.75 - 71.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our team in San Francisco, California. This is a long-term contract position within the investment management industry, offering an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fund accounting, tax, or partnership accounting, and a demonstrated interest in process improvement and automation. Responsibilities: • Review the work of fund administrators, including investor allocations, supporting schedules, and financial packages, while resolving any discrepancies. • Reconcile cash balances, positions, profit and loss statements, and broker statements to ensure accuracy. • Manage accounting for the management company, including expense allocations and intercompany transactions. • Support year-end audit processes by preparing necessary documentation and coordinating with auditors. • Process and review vendor wire payments, ensuring they are properly authorized and accurately documented. • Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement and automation to enhance operational efficiency. • Assist in tax reporting activities, including the review of K-1 forms and coordination with external tax preparers. • Maintain accurate records through journal entries and general ledger updates, ensuring compliance with accounting standards. • Provide support for partnership tax matters and collaborate on solutions to complex tax issues.
2026-05-13T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Staff Accountant

Lafayette, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Staff Accountant to join a wholesale distribution organization in Lafayette, California. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist who can manage high-volume invoice activity, confirm payment accuracy, and keep financial records organized and precise. The role will support accounts payable operations by reviewing documentation carefully, assigning costs correctly, and processing payments with strong attention to compliance and timeliness. Responsibilities: • Review and process a large volume of vendor invoices with a strong focus on accuracy, completeness, and timely entry. • Compare purchase orders, invoices, and supporting records to confirm that charges align before approving payment. • Audit freight, courier, and storage-related billings to verify rates, quantities, and supporting details. • Enter payable transactions in QuickBooks Online and assign expenses to the appropriate project or account. • Prepare and submit vendor payments, including transactions completed through online credit card methods. • Reconcile expense documentation and payment records to maintain consistency within the general ledger. • Support 1099 reporting activities by maintaining organized vendor data and validating eligible payments. • Investigate discrepancies with invoices or payment details and follow through to resolution with internal and external contacts.
2026-05-12T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Palo Alto, CA
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Temporary / Contract
45 - 55 USD / Hourly
The Senior General Ledger Accountant is responsible for managing, analyzing, and reconciling complex financial transactions using Sage accounting software. This role is critical to ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and supporting month-end and year-end close processes. The Senior GL Accountant also serves as a subject matter expert for Sage within the accounting team and is a key resource for process improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Oversee and execute all general ledger activities, including preparation, review, and posting of journal entries within Sage. Lead month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely account reconciliations and the production of accurate financial statements. Analyze complex financial data, identify variances, and provide management with actionable insights. Maintain, document, and strengthen accounting controls, ensuring compliance with GAAP and company policies. Reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts using Sage, promptly investigating and resolving discrepancies. Prepare schedules, reports, and documentation to support internal and external audits. Mentor and provide guidance to entry level accounting team members. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues and drive business initiatives. Identify and recommend automation opportunities or process improvements using Sage functions.
2026-05-08T00:00:00Z