Staff Accountant Job at Robert Half (La Jolla)

Staff Accountant

Robert Half

Location:
United States , La Jolla

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support real estate development accounting activities in California. This role works closely with development, contract administration, accounts payable, and corporate accounting teams to keep lease-related financial obligations accurate, timely, and well documented. The position is ideal for an accounting specialist who thrives in a deadline-driven environment and enjoys building organized, reliable processes across a large portfolio of land agreements.

Job Responsibility:

Develop and maintain a comprehensive payment calendar for a large portfolio of land leases, ensuring all recurring obligations are scheduled and completed on time
Coordinate with accounts payable and internal stakeholders to review, authorize, and process lease payments accurately for numerous landowners nationwide
Track property tax obligations tied to leased parcels and partner with accounting teams to support timely payments, compliance activities, and related entries
Monitor active purchase orders for land development vendors and consultants, comparing invoices and total spend against approved limits and identifying when updates or change orders are needed
Communicate with consultants, vendors, and internal departments to resolve invoice, payment, and purchase order discrepancies efficiently
Organize and monitor critical contract dates and financial conditions, including payment milestones, insurance requirements, and other key obligations
Review escrow-related accounting details and wire request information to confirm completeness and accuracy before processing
Maintain well-structured physical and digital files for leases, tax records, purchase orders, and supporting financial documentation
Prepare regular reports on the status of land agreements, payment activity, and outstanding items for management review

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience
Experience supporting accounting operations involving contracts, leases, or other recurring financial obligations
Working knowledge of journal entries, general ledger activity, and core accounting processes
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for tracking schedules, analyzing data, and maintaining organized records
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage a high volume of time-sensitive information accurately
Ability to work independently, prioritize deadlines, and follow through with minimal supervision
Effective collaboration and communication skills for working across accounting, operational, and vendor-facing teams
Interest in improving workflows and creating efficient processes for payment tracking and lease-related accounting activities

What we offer:

Medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance
401(k) plan
Free online training

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 10, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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