Staff Accountant (Contract)

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant with at least 3 years of professional accounting experience . In this role, you will be responsible for assisting with various accounting operations to ensure the accuracy of financial records and compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate has solid accounting knowledge, proficiency with financial reporting, analysis, and a problem-solving mindset. This is a full time (40 Hours per week) contract position that is anticipated to last 3-4 months with potential for an extension.This position is located onsite in Oakland, California.Responsibilities:Manage and maintain accurate financial transactionsAssist with monthly, quarterly, and annual closing procedures, including account reconciliations and financial reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain proper system integrations between NetSuite and other business systems. Monitor accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely payments and collections. Perform variance analysis on general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies. Prepare and analyze financial statements in compliance with GAAP standards. Support the audit process by providing requested documentation and schedules. Assist with implementing process improvements and best practices to enhance accounting workflow and efficiency. Maintain compliance with tax filings, regulations, and internal controls.