Staff Accountant, Robert Half

Robert Half

Location:
United States, Oxnard

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

We are in search of a Staff Accountant to become a member of our team in Oxnard, California. In this role, you will be performing intricate accounting tasks and financial analyses. Your responsibilities will be comprehensive, starting from processing financial data to mentoring entry level staff.

Job Responsibility:

Analyze a variety of financial reports and records
Conduct financial analyses and create recommendations based on the status of reserves, assets, and expenditures
Review and ensure the accuracy of journal entries made by entry level accountants
Provide necessary training and mentorship to entry level staff members
Perform account reconciliations and variance analyses
Assist in conducting financial and tax audits
Document and monitor internal controls to support the auditing team
Coordinate intricate accounting projects and initiatives with other members of the finance team and other departments
Compile, analyze and prepare entries for asset, liability, and capital accounts
Enter financial transactions data into the system
Provide recommendations on financial actions after analyzing accounting options
Collect information and prepare balance sheet account schedules and other reports to summarize current financial status
Audit documents to substantiate financial transactions
Prepare and recommend policies and procedures to maintain accounting controls
Guide clerical staff in Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable by coordinating activities and addressing queries
Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information
Ensure financial information is secure by adhering to internal controls
Verify documentation and request disbursements to prepare payments
Interpret accounting policy and regulations to answer accounting procedure questions
Enforce adherence to financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation and advising management on necessary actions
Collect, analyze, and summarize account information and trends to prepare special financial reports
Maintain confidentiality of financial information to ensure customer confidence and protect operations
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results
Audit contracts and purchase orders, advising changes in accordance with accounting principles before settlement
Perform monthly and year-end closure of the general ledger by preparing journal entries
Maintain ERP accounting system, backup control, and scan computer-generated reports and statements
Lead and coordinate activities of other entry level accountants or clerical workers performing accounting tasks
Prepare monthly bank reconciliation for all accounts, verify accuracy of bank statements, resolve queries or problems, and maintain integrity of cash balances and cash flow systems
Review and audit payroll
Determine depreciation terms/rates to apply to capitalized items, maintain fixed asset records and control, and prepare quarterly use tax and annual property tax returns for review by Manager
Assist the Manager in coordinating audits and preparing schedules and documents for external auditors

Requirements:

Proficiency in handling Accounts Payable (AP) and managing all related tasks
Experience with managing Accounts Receivable (AR) and related responsibilities
Skilled in performing Bank Reconciliations and maintaining accurate records
Expertise in maintaining and updating the General Ledger regularly
Ability to prepare and post Journal Entries accurately and in a timely manner
Experience with Month End Close procedures and related activities
Proficiency in conducting Inventory Analysis and providing insights for informed decision-making

What we offer:

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

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 26, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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