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Junior Accountant

Carlsbad, CA
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Temporary
25 - 35 USD / Hourly
We're looking for a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join our growing finance team. In this role, you'll support day-to-day accounting operations, assist with month-end close processes, and help maintain accurate financial records across multiple entities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their accounting career who wants hands-on exposure to a wide range of accounting functions in a collaborative, supportive environment. You'll work closely with senior accountants and the accounting manager, gaining mentorship and professional development opportunities while contributing meaningfully to the team from day one. We value curiosity, accuracy, and a willingness to learn—if you're eager to build a strong foundation in accounting, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Do<ul><li>Process accounts payable and receivable transactions, including invoice entry, payment processing, vendor communications, and customer billing support</li><li>Assist with bank and credit card reconciliations on a weekly and monthly basis, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly</li><li>Support the month-end and year-end close processes by preparing journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and compiling supporting documentation</li><li>Maintain the general ledger by posting adjustments, reclassifications, and accruals under the guidance of senior team members</li><li>Prepare and organize financial documentation for internal review and external audits, ensuring all records are accurate, complete, and easily accessible</li><li>Track and reconcile intercompany transactions across related entities, working with counterparts to resolve timing differences and ensure proper elimination entries</li><li>Assist with expense report review and processing, verifying compliance with company policies and proper coding to the chart of accounts</li><li>Generate routine financial reports and analyses as requested, including aging reports, cash flow summaries, and budget-to-actual variance explanations</li><li>Communicate with vendors, clients, and internal stakeholders in both English and Japanese to resolve billing inquiries, payment issues, and documentation requests</li><li>Support special projects and process improvement initiatives as assigned, contributing ideas for streamlining workflows and enhancing accuracy</li></ul>
2026-04-16T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

San Diego, CA
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Temporary
35.625 - 41.25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in San Diego, California. This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage key accounting functions such as revenue recognition, month-end close, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting expertise and the ability to contribute to process improvements. Responsibilities: • Perform revenue recognition processes at month-end, ensuring accuracy and compliance with ASC 606 standards. • Validate invoices through designated portals and prepare royalty expense reports. • Handle journal entries and month-end close activities using Excel workbooks and Sage Intacct. • Assist with deferred rent calculations, corrections, and other one-off journal entries as needed. • Prepare detailed financial reports for the parent company at the end of each month. • Collaborate on process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy. • Utilize budgeting and forecasting tools such as Adaptive Insights to support financial planning. • Conduct account and bank reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records. • Work closely with the Controller, Accounting Manager, and other team members to support overall department goals.
2026-04-15T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

San Diego, CA
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Temporary
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
Our client in San Diego is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join their growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to further their career in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities.</li><li>Analyze financial statements and provide variance explanations to management.</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company policies.</li><li>Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and responding to inquiries.</li><li>Mentor and support junior accounting staff as needed.</li><li>Collaborate with other departments to drive process improvements and best practices.</li><li>Utilize accounting software (such as QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle NetSuite, or Microsoft D365) for general ledger and reporting functions.</li></ul>
2026-04-09T00:00:00Z

Tax Accountant

Solana Beach, CA
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Temporary
35 - 43 USD / Hourly
We're seeking a knowledgeable and meticulous Tax Accountant to manage and support our tax compliance, planning, and reporting functions. In this role, you'll be responsible for preparing federal, state, and local tax filings, researching tax issues, and collaborating with external advisors to optimize our tax position while ensuring full compliance with all applicable regulations. This position offers significant exposure to complex tax matters across multiple jurisdictions and entity types. You'll work closely with the Controller and CFO on strategic tax planning initiatives while handling the tactical day-to-day requirements of a growing organization. If you thrive on solving intricate problems, staying current with evolving tax law, and translating technical requirements into actionable recommendations, this role is for you.What You'll Do<ul><li>Prepare and file federal, state, and local income tax returns for multiple entities, including C-corporations, S-corporations, partnerships, and LLCs, ensuring accuracy and timely submission</li><li>Calculate and process quarterly estimated tax payments across all jurisdictions, monitoring cash flow implications and maintaining detailed payment schedules</li><li>Manage sales and use tax compliance, including registration in new jurisdictions, monthly and quarterly filings, exemption certificate maintenance, and nexus analysis</li><li>Prepare annual property tax filings and coordinate with assessors to ensure accurate valuations and timely appeals when appropriate</li><li>Research and document tax positions on complex transactions, including M&A activity, intercompany arrangements, and international considerations, providing clear memoranda for management review</li><li>Monitor and analyze changes in tax legislation at the federal, state, and local levels, assessing potential impacts on the organization and recommending proactive strategies</li><li>Support income tax provision calculations under ASC 740, including current and deferred tax computations, effective tax rate reconciliations, and uncertain tax position analyses</li><li>Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors on compliance projects, provision reviews, and audit support, serving as the primary internal point of contact for tax matters</li><li>Maintain organized tax workpapers and documentation to support all filings and positions, ensuring audit-readiness at all times</li><li>Assist with transfer pricing documentation and compliance for intercompany transactions, working with advisors to maintain contemporaneous documentation meeting regulatory standards</li><li>Respond to tax authority inquiries, notices, and audits, gathering documentation, preparing responses, and managing the resolution process</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls within the tax function</li><li>Collaborate with accounting, legal, and operations teams to ensure tax considerations are incorporated into business decisions and transactions</li></ul>
2026-04-16T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Encinitas, CA
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Temporary
38 - 50 USD / Hourly
Technology companies move quickly — where growth, scalability, and financial accuracy all need to stay in sync. A growing SaaS company in San Diego is hiring a Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations and help bring structure to a fast-paced, evolving environment. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys ownership, improving processes, and working closely with leadership as the company scales. This position sits at the center of the accounting function, supporting everything from month-end close to reporting and process improvement. The right candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable operating in a dynamic environment where priorities can shift. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead key components of the month-end and year-end close process</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements</li><li>Maintain general ledger accuracy and ensure compliance with GAAP standards</li><li>Assist with revenue recognition and expense tracking</li><li>Support audits and ensure proper documentation and controls</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams on financial data and reporting</li><li>Assist with budgeting and forecasting support</li></ul>
2026-04-01T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

San Diego, CA
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Temporary
33 - 36 USD / Hourly
Our client, a leader in the property management sector, is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join their high-performing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a financial professional who excels in a dynamic environment and wants to play a key role in managing and optimizing the financial performance of a diversified property portfolio. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Oversee and execute monthly and quarterly close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations for multiple properties.</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements, balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analyses for property operations.</li><li>Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, coordinating with property managers and external vendors.</li><li>Support internal and external audits, including preparation of relevant schedules and documentation.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to drive operational efficiency.</li><li>Work with property management software and accounting platforms such as QuickBooks, Yardi, MRI, Microsoft D365, or similar systems.</li></ul>
2026-04-09T00:00:00Z