Staff Accountant

About Quartus

Quartus Engineering Incorporated ( is a leading provider of engineering services and integrated hardware solutions for a wide range of clients and industries. We employ advanced computer-aided engineering tools in the areas of optics, structural, thermal, and coupled analyses. We couple our engineering analysis capabilities with design, prototype, integration and test capabilities to create solutions for our clients that are of extraordinary value.

About Shared Services

Quartus Shared Services encompasses Legal, Sales, Finance & Accounting, IT, and People and Culture. The collective engine of Shared Services helps power Quartus' growth and enables Quartus to deliver the best possible experience to our clients and customers.

What will you do?

As a Staff Accountant, you will be an essential contributor to the day-to-day accuracy and efficiency of Quartus' Accounting team. This is a foundational close-and-reconciliation role built for someone who is detail-oriented, eager to build technical accounting skills, and ready to take ownership of their assigned accounts from day one.


You will report to the Accounting Manager and work within a small, collaborative team focused on delivering a clean, timely month-end close. Over time - particularly following our ERP transition - there is a natural path for this role to grow in support of complex project accounting and operational finance support. That evolution is the longer-term vision; for now, the core work is the close.


Essential Job Functions:

Month-End Close

• Prepare assigned monthly general ledger reconciliations, including:
  • Accounts payable and accounts receivable sub-ledger tie-outs
  • Prepaid expense schedules and amortization tracking
  • Accrued liability accounts
  • Credit card and expense clearing accounts
  • Other assigned balance sheet accounts
• Prepare and post recurring monthly journal entries under the direction of the Accounting Manager, including accruals, reclassifications, and expense allocations.
• Maintain organized close workpapers and supporting documentation for each assigned account.
• Assist with data entry, account coding, and transaction research as needed during the close cycle.

Audit & Compliance Support

• Prepare supporting workpapers and documentation for assigned accounts in connection with the annual financial review and external audit.
• Assist with sales and use tax data gathering for compliance filings.
• Support the ESOP annual audit by organizing and preparing assigned schedules and documentation.

ERP Transition

• Active participant in Finance & Accounting ERP system transition (target go-live 2027)
• Assist in documenting current-state processes and performing data validation during testing and cutover
• Engage actively in training on new system workflows as they are introduced.

Team & Process

• Collaborate closely with the Senior Accountant to ensure a smooth, coordinated close cycle.
• Identify and flag process inefficiencies or data quality issues; contribute ideas for improvement.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Who is right for the job?

Quartus is looking for people to join the Quartus culture, not just the team. We are a company that makes decisions anchored in our values and our purpose "to build highly collaborative teams of lifelong learners and teachers that make bold and positive impacts." We are looking for people who put people first, back all their actions with absolute integrity, and seek to satisfy their insatiable curiosity by taking bold approaches to the work they do.
The ideal candidate is organized, accurate, and genuinely interested in accounting - someone who takes pride in a clean reconciliation, asks good questions, and is ready to build a strong technical foundation in a collaborative environment.


Location

Position is based in San Diego with a hybrid schedule.*
*The hybrid work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs including but not limited to training, performance, or other operational requirements. Any physical location change may impact future employment.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 0-3 years of accounting experience (public accounting, corporate, or internship experience welcome)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
• Solid understanding of debits, credits, and basic US GAAP principles
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• US Person (US Citizen or US Permanent Resident)

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA candidate or intent to pursue CPA licensure
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, NetSuite, Intacct, or similar mid-market platforms)
• Exposure to accounts payable, month-end close, or reconciliation workflows
• Interest in project accounting, government contracting, or professional services environments
• Engineering, aerospace, or defense industry familiarity a plus

Compensation and Benefits

Staff Accountant pay range: $25/hr - $42/hr
*This range represents base pay. In addition, you may be eligible for additional benefits and compensation.
Referral eligibility: Tier 1
Quartus is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to employing a diverse workforce, including, but not limited to, minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Quartus provides comprehensive benefits including competitive salary, discretionary performance-based bonus, employee stock ownership plan, medical, dental, vision, and 401k plan with company match.