Staff Accountant Job at Robert Half (San Diego)

Staff Accountant

Robert Half

Location:
United States , San Diego

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in San Diego, California in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports day-to-day accounting operations across payables, receivables, banking, and month-end close while helping maintain accurate financial records in a manufacturing-focused environment. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, sound judgment, and the ability to manage both financial processes and administrative support responsibilities with professionalism and discretion.

Job Responsibility:

Oversee accounts payable activities by reviewing invoices, maintaining vendor tax documentation, preparing annual 1099-related support, and coordinating timely payment processing
Manage employee expense submissions and company card activity, ensuring transactions are properly reviewed, coded, and recorded
Support accounts receivable functions by issuing customer billings, following up on outstanding balances, and addressing billing-related questions from clients
Perform daily banking reconciliation tasks, verify the validity of cash disbursements, and record deposit, payment, and credit card activity in the accounting system
Prepare journal entries, reconcile general ledger accounts, and complete monthly close procedures to support accurate financial reporting
Analyze financial records for completeness and accuracy, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues that may affect reporting integrity
Contribute to cost accounting efforts by monitoring inventory-related data, maintaining bills of material updates, reviewing variances, and assisting with margin and project reporting
Assist with audit and tax preparation by compiling schedules, gathering supporting documentation, and organizing financial records for internal and external review
Maintain electronic filing systems, uphold document retention standards, and help strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures as business needs evolve
Provide general office support as needed, including front desk backup, mail handling, meeting coordination, vendor communication, and basic facility-related administrative tasks

Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent required, with 3 to 5 years of accounting experience in a biotech or manufacturing environment
Additional college-level coursework in accounting is preferred
Hands-on experience with journal entries, general ledger activity, monthly accruals, and month-end close responsibilities
Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and financial record maintenance
Familiarity with cost accounting concepts, including inventory, standard costing, variance analysis, and overhead or labor application
Understanding of corporate tax, sales tax, and related compliance documentation such as W-9 and 1099 records
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Outlook, and Word
Experience with accounting software in a manufacturing setting is preferred, including QAD or similar systems

Nice to have:

Additional college-level coursework in accounting is preferred
Experience with accounting software in a manufacturing setting is preferred, including QAD or similar systems

What we offer:

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 03, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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