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Job Description
Staff Accountant | Robert Half
The Tone:
This is a full-time role at an accounting firm, located in Carlsbad, California, for which Robert Half is the specialized talent solutions firm handling placement. The firm seeks a highly skilled and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to manage multiple client accounts in a technology-forward environment. This role is crucial for ensuring accuracy in financial records and contributing to the financial success of diverse businesses.
The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Carlsbad, CA
• Mission: To ensure accurate financial records and enhance efficiency for multiple client businesses by utilizing accounting principles and technology.
• Tech Stack: QuickBooks Online, AI tools, Excel
What You’ll Actually Do
• Bookkeeping: Perform comprehensive bookkeeping for multiple client entities, ensuring accuracy in financial records.
• Transaction Management: Record and reconcile transactions in QuickBooks Online, including bank and credit card statements.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and close monthly financial statements, including profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow reports.
• Data Analysis: Analyze large Excel datasets using advanced formulas and pivot tables to identify discrepancies.
• Project Coordination: Manage multiple client projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and communication is proactive.
The Must-Haves
• Background: Accounting Degree required, with a strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Experience: Minimum of two years’ experience with QuickBooks Online, demonstrated expertise in accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, and familiarity with payroll systems and monthly financial close procedures.
• Skills: Advanced proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables, lookup functions, and data analysis; ability to manage multiple client accounts and meet strict deadlines; and comfort with using AI tools to improve productivity and efficiency.