Staff Accountant

DescriptionWe’re looking for a qualified staff accountant to keep our clients’ numbers and budgets on track with unwavering accuracy. You’ll be responsible for all daily accounting tasks, including preparing tax documents and updating expense files. In this role you will perform financial transactions and post them in the general ledger, with strong attention to detail. Are you a team player with a self starter attitude? Then we have a position for you! This opportunity is located in the Goleta area.What you'll be responsible for:

Prepare complex journal entries and account reconciliations including but not limited to cash, prepaid expenses and payroll

Prepare monthly balance sheet and income statement analyses for management reporting

Assist in the month end, quarter end and year end closing process including monthly financial close workbook preparation

Assist in implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls under SOX and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP

Maintain capital lease and monthly payment schedules

Maintain fixed asset ledger, depreciation, and reconciliation

In-depth experience with month end balance sheet account reconciliations

Perform month end close, journal entries, with minimum supervision

Recurring journal entries maintenance and reconciliation

Intercompany billings, transactions, and reconciliation

Analyze and coordinate a variety of financial data, and report it in a useful and understandable manner

Participate in various department-wide initiatives

Ad-hoc reporting and special projects, as requested

RequirementsQualifications we're looking for:

BA/BS or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Economics preferred

At least 2 years of Accounting experience

Strong proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft Program skills required

Accounting experience in publicly-traded company a plus

Experience with NetSuite, SAP, Blackline or ADP a plus

Strong analytical skills, accuracy and attention to detail a plus

Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills

Ability and willingness to meet business critical deadlines

Detail oriented, ability to multitask, work independently and prioritize tasks

If interested please email your resume to Alaina.Livingston@accountemps.com today!Accountemps matches highly skilled professionals with accounting finance jobs at the best companies on a temporary and temporary-to-hire basis. Our mission is to provide you with a rewarding finance or accounting job that is well matched to your professional skills – helping you to advance in your career. Our experience, combined with the resources of our worldwide network of offices, makes Accountemps a great resource for your career. We offer excellent opportunities to find temporary accounting and finance jobs for all experience levels. From accounting clerks and bookkeepers to accounts payable and staff accountants, we can provide you unparalleled access to exciting career opportunities. But don't take our word for it. Our company once again was named to FORTUNE magazine's list of "World's Most Admired Companies" and was the highest-ranked staffing firm (March 1, 2016), and 9 out of 10 of our customers would recommend our service to a colleague.Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/VeteransAccountemps, a Robert Half Company, matches highly skilled professionals with accounting finance jobs on a temporary and temporary-to-hire basis. From accounting clerks and bookeepers to accounts payable and staff accountants, we provide you with access to exciting career opportunities. Our personalized approach, innovative matching technology and global network with local market expertise help you find the legal opportunities that match your skills and priorities — fast. By working with us, you have access to challenging opportunities, competitive compensation and benefits, and training to enhance your skill sets. From philanthropy to environmental stewardship to employee programs, Robert Half is proud to have an active role in the communities in which we live and work. Our company has appeared on FORTUNE’s “Most Admired Companies” list every year since 1998. Download our mobile app to take your job search on the go! Contact your local Accountemps office at 888.490.3195 or visit www.roberthalf.com/jobs/accountemps to apply for this job now or find out more about other job opportunities. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.© 2020 Accountemps. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/VeteransBy clicking 'Apply Now' you are agreeing to Robert Half Terms of Use.Salary: $23.00 - $27.00 / HourlyLocation: Goleta, CADate Posted: August 15, 2020Employment Type: TemporaryJob Reference: 01260-9502657196Staffing Area: Temporary Accounting u0026 Finance