Staff Accountant

Location: East Roseville, CA
Compensation: $70,000 - $80,000 annually, plus eligibility for an annual performance bonus of up to 10%
Benefits: Medical benefits, 401(k) plan with potential discretionary company contributions, and paid time off

Please note: Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

About the Opportunity

A well-established and expanding construction-related organization with operations across multiple western states is seeking a motivated Staff Accountant to join its accounting team. This role offers excellent professional development opportunities and a clear path toward advancement into senior-level accounting and leadership positions.

Working directly alongside the Controller/CFO, the successful candidate will become an integral member of a lean, collaborative accounting department. This environment provides broad exposure to accounting operations and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the business.

What You'll Do

• Support the monthly close process by preparing and posting journal entries.
• Assist in producing timely and accurate monthly financial reporting.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts and investigate variances.
• Complete detailed bank and cash account reconciliations.
• Collaborate with Human Resources and payroll personnel to ensure accurate payroll-related accounting entries and month-end accruals.
• Help maintain compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and company accounting policies.
• Participate in the preparation of schedules and documentation for internal reviews and external audits.
• Analyze financial data and recommend corrections or adjustments when necessary.
• Assist with process improvement initiatives within the accounting function.
• Perform additional accounting and finance-related projects as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Hands-on experience in an accrual-based accounting environment.
• Background working for a small to mid-sized organization, preferably within the $20M to $70M revenue range.
• Strong understanding of financial statement relationships and adjusting journal entries.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software platforms such as QuickBooks or similar ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated individual capable of managing priorities independently.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and the capacity to meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• Minimum 1 year of accounting experience.
• Ideally someone with two years of experience preparing and reconciling balance sheet accounts.
• Experience with month-end close activities and financial reporting.
• Advanced Excel capabilities and familiarity with ERP/accounting systems.
• Ability to handle competing priorities while maintaining accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a professional, team-oriented approach.

Why Join Us?

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with executive leadership, develop a broad accounting skillset, and build a long-term career with a growing organization. If you're looking for a role that provides visibility, responsibility, and future advancement potential, we'd like to hear from you.