This list contains only the countries for which job offers have been published in the selected language (e.g., in the French version, only job offers written in French are displayed, and in the English version, only those in English).
We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in San Diego, California. This Contract to permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to manage essential financial operations, including payroll, billing, and vendor coordination, within a dynamic engineering firm. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and possess strong organizational and technical accounting skills.
Job Responsibility:
Handle monthly billing for approximately 150–160 clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance using QuickBooks Desktop
Review contracts for detail-oriented services to verify billing accuracy and maintain compliance
Process semi-monthly payroll for exempt and non-exempt staff, including tax reporting and compliance
Prepare quarterly and annual federal and state payroll filings with precision
Oversee vendor payments weekly, managing disbursements and vendor relationships
Perform monthly reconciliations for bank accounts and credit cards
Administer the company’s retirement plan in coordination with external vendors
Support annual insurance renewals by providing financial forecasts and payroll data
Collaborate with internal teams, including technical staff and administrators, to streamline financial processes
Develop ad hoc financial tracking tools and spreadsheets using Excel
Requirements:
Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience, preferably in a services or engineering environment where attention to detail is valued
Proficiency in QuickBooks Desktop for accounting and billing tasks
Strong knowledge of payroll processing and compliance reporting
Intermediate expertise in Microsoft Excel for financial analysis and reporting
Familiarity with managing sales tax, journal entries, and general ledger activities
Exceptional organizational and communication skills to coordinate across departments
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively
What we offer:
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance