Part-Time Accounting Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a dependable, detail-oriented part-time accounting specialist to join a small private company in Sunnyvale, California on a part-time basis. This Long-term Contract opportunity is well suited for someone who can step in quickly, work with limited guidance, and bring structure to day-to-day accounting support. The position offers a 24-hour-per-week schedule and focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, supporting reporting activities, and assisting with tax and reconciliation work.

Responsibilities:

• Organize and refine accounting records to improve accuracy, completeness, and ease of reference across financial files.

• Prepare data for import into Sage and verify that uploaded information aligns with source documentation.

• Assist with gathering schedules, backup materials, and other supporting documents needed for tax-related filings and reviews.

• Examine prior-year tax records and compile relevant details and documentation for internal accounting use.

• Update reconciliations for key accounts and help maintain routine financial reporting deliverables.

• Contribute to the preparation and review of financial statements by assembling data and checking for inconsistencies.

• Investigate discrepancies, missing entries, and other data issues to help maintain reliable accounting information.

• Partner with the Accounting Manager and internal team members on ad hoc accounting and finance initiatives as business needs evolve.

• At least 2–3 years of hands-on accounting experience in a business environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel with the ability to work confidently with intermediate to advanced functions.
• Practical experience supporting reconciliations, financial reporting, and tax-related accounting activities.
• Familiarity with Sage is preferred; experience using QuickBooks is also acceptable.
• Ability to work independently, learn quickly, and become effective with minimal onboarding.
• Strong organizational skills with a high degree of accuracy and close attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across different levels of an organization.