General Ledger Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join a finance team in San Francisco, California on a Long-term Contract assignment. This role is suited to an accounting specialist who can manage core general ledger work, contribute to period-end activities, and support receivables processes in a fast-paced operating environment. The position will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with audit requests, and helping ensure timely completion of monthly and year-end accounting activities.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain general ledger accuracy by preparing and recording journal entries, reviewing account activity, and organizing supporting financial documentation.

• Manage accounts receivable tasks, including issuing customer invoices, posting incoming payments, and handling sales tax exemption documentation.

• Contribute to month-end close by completing reconciliations, resolving account variances, and assembling backup for financial reporting.

• Assist with year-end close activities to support accurate financial statement preparation and a smooth reporting process.

• Respond to internal and external audit requests by gathering records, clarifying transaction details, and explaining account balances and control procedures.

• Use NetSuite to perform day-to-day accounting work and maintain reliable financial data across assigned areas.

• Support corporate card and expense administration through platforms such as Fyle, Sage, or comparable systems.

• 3+ years of accounting experience with strong hands-on knowledge of general ledger operations.

• Demonstrated background in accounts receivable, including invoicing, cash application, and related account support.

• Experience preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and contributing to month-end and year-end close processes.

• Proficiency with NetSuite is required.

• Familiarity with credit card or expense management tools.

• Working knowledge of sales tax processes; experience or corporate tax support is a plus.

• Experience supporting audit documentation requests and explaining financial activity in a clear, organized manner.

• Background in manufacturing, retail, wholesale, CPG or a comparable operational environment is strongly preferred.