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We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a high-tech electronics company in San Mateo, California on a Contract basis. This role will provide essential accounting support during a busy year-end and early-year period, helping the finance team maintain accurate records and complete critical close activities. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with full-cycle accounting, strong NetSuite skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced startup environment. This is an in-office opportunity expected to run for 6 weeks at approximately 16-24 hours per week.
Job Responsibility
Manage accounts payable processing, including invoice entry, coding, and validation for accuracy and completeness
Review and process purchase orders while ensuring transactions align with established internal policies
Perform detailed reconciliations related to year-end close activities and resolve discrepancies in financial records
Examine general ledger activity, investigate unusual balances, and correct errors through appropriate accounting adjustments
Support revenue-related reconciliations and assist with maintaining accurate financial reporting data
Apply cash transactions, generate reports, and retrieve accounting data from NetSuite as needed by the finance team
Organize financial documentation, follow up on missing expense reimbursement records, and maintain orderly filing systems
Provide broad accounting and administrative support for ad hoc projects, reconciliations, and cleanup efforts
Requirements
3+ years of accounting experience, including hands-on responsibility for month-end close and account reconciliations
Proficiency with NetSuite, including work across accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, reporting, and cash application functions
Strong understanding of general ledger activity, journal entries, and financial error identification through report analysis
Intermediate Excel skills with the ability to manage, review, and organize accounting data efficiently
Ability to work independently in a dynamic environment while handling shifting priorities and detailed transactional work
Nice to have
Experience in corporate tax, sales tax, or corporate tax return support is beneficial
Previous experience in a startup setting is preferred
Exposure to manufacturing operations is an advantage