Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join an engineering organization in Simi Valley, California. This contract opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist with at least three years of experience who can manage core financial activities, support accurate reporting, and contribute to a well-controlled accounting environment. The role offers the chance to partner across departments, strengthen day-to-day accounting operations, and help maintain compliance with internal policies and applicable regulations.

Responsibilities:
• Maintain financial records and produce routine reports that support accurate and timely accounting operations
• Reconcile bank activity and balance sheet accounts, investigating variances and resolving discrepancies within the general ledger
• Contribute to monthly and annual closing activities by preparing supporting schedules, reviewing account activity, and posting necessary adjustments
• Process payables and receivables transactions while helping ensure completeness, accuracy, and proper documentation
• Record journal entries and complete account reconciliations to support the integrity of financial statements
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting by compiling financial information and providing analysis for planning purposes
• Support audit preparation by organizing requested documentation, assembling reports, and responding to accounting-related inquiries
• Prepare sales tax filings and other required regulatory submissions in accordance with reporting deadlines
• Partner with internal teams on finance-related matters, including payroll-related entries, expense reporting, and process improvement initiatives• At least 3 years of accounting experience in a staff accountant or similar role
• Strong working knowledge of journal entries, general ledger activity, and account reconciliation practices
• Experience handling sales tax reporting and familiarity with corporate tax responsibilities, including corporate tax return support
• Ability to analyze financial information, identify inconsistencies, and take appropriate corrective action
• Proficiency with accounting platforms such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, Oracle, or comparable financial systems
• Understanding of standard accounting principles, internal controls, and policy compliance requirements
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams on financial matters