Senior Accountant (In-Person role)

J.S. Held LLC•Solana Beach, CA

15h•$70,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm providing technical, scientific, and financial expertise. They are seeking a dedicated Sr. Accountant - Senior Associate to join their team. This role is unique as it involves performing accounting functions for external clients of the firm, rather than for J.S. Held itself. The successful candidate will be an integral part of an experienced accounting team, requiring strong organization, task-orientation, and comfort with managing uncertainties in client-facing accounting operations. This position is critical for maintaining the department's core group and ensuring smooth financial transactions for clients. It is a full-time, in-office role based in the San Diego County area, with expectations to work 5 days a week.

Requirements

A strong understanding of accounts payable and/or accounts receivable functions.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Yardi, QuickBooks, and online treasury management portals.
Effective communication skills and a customer-service orientation.
Understanding of billable hour workflow and ability to work in a billable hour environment.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree or higher in Accounting or related field.
Familiarity with handling billing and collections in a professional services environment.
Experience in using accounting software and conducting reconciliations.
At least 3-5 years of professional client-facing accounting experience in a billable setting.

Responsibilities

Assist the Controller with project management tasks and financial analysis.
Prepare and maintain accurate financial accounting data.
Support and lead project accounting work, including organizing AP, invoices, and vendor communication.
Collaborate with department heads and supporting staff to follow up on requests and ensure accuracy in financial reporting.
Assist with treasury management, reviewing financial transactions with a high level of detail and accuracy.
Prepare cash flow projections for various projects as needed.
Prepare bank reconciliation and monthly financials.
Prepare financial packet for quarterly reports.
Review AP payments, including wires, ACH, Bill Pay, and checks.
Help prepare and distribute financial statements.
Support other internal teams as needed.
Adhere to project timelines and deliverables.
Contribute in the development and improvement of internal processes and procedures.
Perform administrative tasks such as opening accounting-related mail, scanning checks, and recording deposit slips as needed.
Demonstrate problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.
Maintain high ethical standards and credibility in all interactions.