Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking a Staff Accountant to join a growing team in Petaluma. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys a mix of hands-on transactional accounting, month-end close support, and process improvement. The ideal candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting timely and reliable reporting, and identifying practical ways to enhance efficiency and strengthen accounting operations. This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact while growing alongside a collaborative and evolving organization.
For more information, please contact Robyn Rosemon at 707-387-0299.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the complete accounts payable and accounts receivable cycle, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and on schedule.
- Perform account and bank reconciliations, investigate variances, and assist in preparing monthly financial statements and related reporting.
- Administer annual 1099 preparation and filing activities while maintaining compliant vendor records.
- Record payroll-related journal entries and reconcile payroll balances to confirm accuracy within the general ledger.
- Prepare, review, and post journal entries to support daily accounting activity and period-end close requirements.
- Maintain organized financial records and contribute to a smooth month-end close by tracking deadlines and resolving outstanding items.
- Analyze discrepancies in accounting data, identify root causes, and implement timely resolutions to correct issues.
- Recommend and support process enhancements by using accounting systems and technology to improve workflow efficiency and accuracy.
- At least 3 years of accounting experience with hands-on responsibility for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activity.
- Demonstrated ability to complete reconciliations and support financial reporting.
- Working knowledge of 1099 reporting, payroll accounting, journal entries, and general accounting principles.
- Experience with bank reconciliations, general ledger systems, and maintaining accurate financial records.
- Strong attention to detail with solid organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Confidence in learning new software tools and applying technology to improve accounting processes.
- Strong analytical thinking, independent troubleshooting ability, and effective communication skills in a collaborative work environment.