Job Description
Job Description
Staff Accountant (Contract-to-Hire)
Location: Santa Clara, CA (Onsite)
Job Type: Long-Term Contract with Opportunity for Full-Time Employment
New Gig Solutions is partnering with an innovative medical technology company that is seeking a talented Staff Accountant to join its growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and wants the potential to transition into a permanent position.
This role will support multiple business entities and play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, managing month-end close activities, processing payroll, and improving accounting processes.
Key Responsibilities
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Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaid expenses, payroll entries, allocations, and recurring transactions.
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Perform bank, credit card, balance sheet, and general ledger reconciliations.
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Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
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Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and supporting documentation.
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Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
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Review vendor invoices, expense reports, and payment requests for accuracy and proper coding.
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Process payroll, reconcile payroll accounts, and resolve payroll-related discrepancies.
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Maintain schedules for prepaid expenses, fixed assets, depreciation, accruals, and payroll liabilities.
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Perform intercompany accounting, allocations, and reconciliations across multiple entities.
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Investigate accounting discrepancies and prepare necessary corrections.
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Prepare financial reports, schedules, and management reporting.
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Assist with budgeting, cash reporting, and expense tracking.
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Support annual audits, tax preparation, and compliance activities.
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Maintain organized and audit-ready accounting records.
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Help improve accounting procedures, internal controls, and financial processes.
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Participate in accounting system improvements, automation initiatives, and special projects.
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
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3–6 years of accounting experience in a Staff Accountant, Senior Accountant, or similar role.
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Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting best practices.
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Experience with journal entries, reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and month-end close.
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Hands-on experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations.
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Experience supporting multiple entities or intercompany accounting is highly preferred.
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Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, PivotTables, and financial reporting.
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Experience with QuickBooks Online is required.
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Experience with Bill.com, Ramp, Rippling, or similar financial systems is a plus.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
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Excellent communication and organizational skills.
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Experience in a startup, shared-services, or high-growth environment is preferred.
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Medical device or life sciences industry experience is a plus.
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CPA designation is welcomed but not required.
Why This Opportunity?
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Long-term contract with strong potential for full-time employment.
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Join an innovative and rapidly growing medical technology company.
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Gain exposure to multi-entity accounting and finance operations.
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Collaborative team environment with opportunities to improve processes and make a meaningful impact.
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Excellent opportunity to build your career within a growing organization.
If you're a detail-oriented accounting professional looking for your next long-term opportunity with excellent growth potential, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today through New Gig Solutions!