About the role- We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. Reporting to the Controller, this position will play a critical role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the company's financial records while owning the accounts payable function and supporting the monthly close process.
- This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys improving processes, leveraging technology, and working in a collaborative, high-growth environment. We are looking for someone who is comfortable adopting AI-powered tools and automation to streamline accounting operations while maintaining strong financial controls and sound accounting judgment.
What you'll do- Own the end-to-end accounts payable process, including vendor onboarding, invoice coding, approvals, payment processing, and vendor communications.
- Prepare and execute weekly payment runs via ACH, wire transfer, and check.
- Prepare and post monthly journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation.
- Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
- Assist with month-end and year-end close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Reconcile bank accounts, credit card accounts, accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and other balance sheet-related accounts.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and company procedures.
- Maintain vendor records, including W-9 documentation, and support annual 1099 reporting.
- Partner with department leaders to ensure timely invoice approvals and proper expense coding.
- Leverage AI-powered tools and automation to improve accounting workflows, reduce manual effort, and increase operational efficiency.
- Identify opportunities to automate recurring accounting processes while maintaining strong internal controls.
- Recommend best practices that support a scalable and efficient accounting organization.
- Support special projects, financial analyses, and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 2-5 years of progressive accounting experience, including responsibility for accounts payable.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and general accounting principles.
- Experience with month-end close, account reconciliations, and general ledger accounting.
- Experience in processing high-volume accounts payable transactions and managing vendor relationships.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, and advanced formulas.
- Experience with ERP or accounting systems such as NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Microsoft Dynamics, QuickBooks, Bill.com, or similar platforms.
- Comfortable learning and utilizing AI-enabled tools and modern business applications to improve productivity and process efficiency.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- CPA license or active CPA candidate.
- Experience in insurance, technology, or SaaS industries.
The pay range for this role is:
75,000 - 90,000 USD per year (Calabasas )
