About the role
The Staff Accountant / Senior Accountant will be a core member of the accounting team and will own key operational accounting processes, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, prepaids, fixed assets, and other general accounting activities. This role is well suited for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced startup environment, works independently, and enjoys improving processes as the organization scales.
Key Responsibilities
- Own full‑cycle accounts payable, including processing vendor invoices and payment requests in Bill.com, managing corporate credit card transactions, and recording activity in the ERP system.
- Own full‑cycle accounts receivable, including customer invoicing, cash applications, collections, and ERP posting.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure invoices and payment requests have appropriate approvals, accurately match purchase orders and receiving information, and resolve discrepancies.
- Execute vendor payments, monitor due dates, and ensure timely and accurate payment processing.
- Prepare and maintain account reconciliations, including bank, accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, accruals, and AP aging analysis.
- Complete all assigned month‑end close activities accurately and in accordance with the close calendar and checklists.
- Maintain accounting documentation and record retention in compliance with company policies and accepted accounting practices.
- Collaborate effectively with accounting, finance, and cross‑functional teams.
- Support audits, reviews, and other compliance activities.
- Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP fundamentals.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
- High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Ability to adapt to change in a scaling organizational environment.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.
- Curious, proactive mindset with a desire to learn and improve processes.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with NetSuite or other ERP systems and Bill.com.
- Prior experience in a startup or high‑growth company environment.
- CPA or interest in pursuing a CPA
Position Location: San Diego, California (Sorrento Valley)
Position Type: Full-time, On-site
Annual Base Compensation: $85,000 to $105,000 (final compensation will be based on qualifications and experience)
