Staff Accountant
A well-established Sacramento-based organization is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its accounting team. This position will play a key role in supporting the organization's financial operations, reporting, compliance, and month-end close processes.
The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in general accounting, experience preparing financial statements, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, accountability, and meeting deadlines are essential.
Responsibilities
• Prepare weekly and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Prepare cash reporting and monitor cash activity.
• Maintain general ledger accounts and supporting schedules.
• Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close.
• Prepare financial statements and related supporting schedules.
• Perform balance sheet and income statement account reconciliations.
• Analyze general ledger accounts and investigate variances.
• Review accounts receivable, accounts payable, billing, and cash receipt activity.
• Assist with regulatory, compliance, and reporting requirements.
• Support annual audit preparation and external auditor requests.
• Prepare ad hoc financial analyses and reports.
• Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Provide support to senior accounting and finance leadership as needed.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• Minimum 3 years of progressive general accounting experience.
• Experience preparing financial statements and working knowledge of GAAP.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
Preferred Background
• Experience working in a multi-entity or complex organizational environment.
• Exposure to audit support, financial reporting, and compliance activities.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable organization that values collaboration, professional growth, and long-term employee success.