Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support essential accounting operations for a Local Government organization in Upland, California. This Contract position focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with reconciliations, and contributing to reliable month-to-month reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong spreadsheet capabilities, sound accounting knowledge, and the ability to manage both transactional and audit-related tasks in a structured environment.Responsibilities:• Prepare and record journal entries to ensure financial activity is accurately reflected in the general ledger.• Perform bank and account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items in a timely manner.• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including reviewing transactions and maintaining organized documentation.• Assist with audit preparation by gathering schedules, reconciling balances, and providing requested financial support materials.• Analyze accounting data in Excel, using downloaded reports or manual inputs to compare balances and validate accuracy.• Maintain general ledger integrity by reviewing entries, tracking adjustments, and helping ensure compliance with internal accounting standards.• Contribute to tax-related accounting support, including work tied to corporate tax and sales tax records as needed.