Staff Accountant

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join a collaborative accounting team. This role is responsible for supporting the month-end close process, maintaining accurate financial records, preparing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, and assisting with financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in corporate accounting, advanced Excel skills, and experience working in a fast-paced business environment. Candidates with experience in retail, property management, hospitality, or other service-based industries are strongly preferred. Key Responsibilities Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger. Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities. Perform bank reconciliations and balance sheet account reconciliations. Research and resolve account discrepancies and unusual variances. Analyze financial data and provide explanations for fluctuations in account balances. Support the preparation of financial statements and management reports. Maintain the accuracy and integrity of accounting records in accordance with GAAP. Assist with accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, and other general ledger activities. Work closely with internal departments to obtain information and resolve accounting questions. Support internal and external audit requests. Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects as assigned. Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and procedures. Qualifications Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Accounting 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs Experience with Great Plains (Microsoft Dynamics GP) Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to analyze financial data and explain account variances Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment Preferred Background Corporate accounting experience within retail, hospitality, property management, consumer services, or other service-based industries Candidates from nonprofit or government accounting backgrounds will not be considered for this opportunity Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply. California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Benefits Information: Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings. #J-18808-Ljbffr