<p>Staff Accountant – South Bay/Torrance Area</p><p>Our client, a well-established and growing company in the South Bay/Torrance area, is seeking a <strong>motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant</strong> to join their expanding finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a <strong>recent accounting graduate or a professional with 2+ years of experience</strong> who wants to build a long-term career in accounting and gain hands-on exposure to all areas of corporate finance.</p><p>In this role, you’ll play a key part in the company’s accounting operations, including preparing and consolidating financial statements, reconciling accounts, assisting with audits, budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close. You’ll collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance with accounting policies and support ongoing process improvements. This position offers a chance to grow your technical skills, learn from experienced mentors, and take on increasing responsibility over time.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements and reports</li><li>Perform account reconciliations and variance analyses</li><li>Assist with monthly and quarterly close processes</li><li>Support audits, budgets, and forecasts</li><li>Contribute to automation and process improvement projects</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field</li><li>2+ years of experience in accounting <strong>or</strong> recent grad with strong internship experience</li><li>Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting</li><li>Strong Excel and analytical skills</li><li>Detail-oriented with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities</li></ul><p><strong>Why You’ll Love It Here:</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits</li><li>Exposure to all areas of accounting and finance</li><li>Collaborative, growth-oriented team environment</li><li>Real opportunity for career advancement and professional development</li></ul><p>If you’re ready to take the next step in your accounting career and join a company that values learning, teamwork, and growth, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join this thriving South Bay/Torrance team!</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>For confidential consideration, please email your Robert Half recruiter. If you're not currently working with anyone at Robert Half, please click "Apply" or call (562) 800-3913 and ask for Preston Doran. Please reference job order number 00460-0012925811 email resume to [email protected]</p>
Job Summary: <br>• Compute, classify, record and reconcile numerical data to keep financial records complete<br>• Handle Accounts Payable (AP) processing (heavy AP data editing involved)<br>• Handle Accounts Receivable (AR) processing (includes posting large quantity of AR data, as well as regular contact with branches)<br>• Handle Cash Management processing (wire transfer processing, web banking, bank reconciliations, etc.)<br>• Handle of Fixed Asset / Lease Asset (IFRS) processing (FAS system, preparation of addition / disposition, reconciliations)<br>• Prepare various reports and work papers every quarter for external auditors<br>• Handle sales tax audit and property tax audit with state governments<br>• Book and investigate costs / inventories every quarter<br>• Check accuracy of figures, calculations and posting pertaining to transactions recorded by branches<br>• Prepare and file government reports<br>• Prepare monthly financial statements<br>• Other accountants’ duties as required to support on-going business needs and cross-training initiatives<br>Qualifications: <br>• College graduate and Accounting major required<br>• +5 years’ experience in the related accounting work<br>• Experience in full cycle accounting experience<br>• Knowledge of IFRS<br>• Excellent Microsoft Office computer skills required<br>• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information <br>• Critical and analytical thinking skills required<br>• Strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills<br>• Dependable work ethic<br>• Organized and thorough<br>• Customer service oriented and able to catch on quickly <br>• Strong interpersonal and communication skills<br>• CPA (Preferred)