Sr. Staff Accountant

Sr. Staff Accountant LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a well-established organization in North County San Diego to identify a Sr. Staff Accountant to join their growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys owning the accounting process, working independently, and contributing across financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, and operational accounting functions. The ideal candidate will have strong full-cycle accounting experience, a solid understanding of GAAP, and the ability to manage month-end close activities with minimal supervision. Key Responsibilities Manage full-cycle general ledger accounting activities Perform month-end and year-end close processes Prepare journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries Complete bank and balance sheet reconciliations Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and supporting schedules Assist with budget preparation, monitoring, and variance analysis Maintain and improve internal controls and accounting procedures Analyze revenue and expense activity and ensure proper account classifications Support external audits and provide required financial documentation Track grant expenditures and assist with compliance reporting Prepare financial, statistical, and management reports Partner with leadership on financial and operational initiatives Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business preferred (relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a degree) 4+ years of progressive accounting experience Strong full-cycle accounting experience Experience managing month-end close with limited supervision Financial statement preparation experience Knowledge of budgeting and internal controls Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Why You’ll Love This Opportunity Opportunity to own the accounting process from start to finish Broad exposure to financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, and operational accounting Collaborative and team‑oriented environment High visibility within the organization Opportunity to make a meaningful impact while continuing to grow your career Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $80,000.00 per year Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. #J-18808-Ljbffr