Staff Accountant II - Hiring ASAP!
About The Position
The Staff Accountant II supports day-to-day accounting operations and helps maintain accurate, organized, audit-ready financial records. The role manages core accounting responsibilities, supports accounts receivable, assists with month-, quarter-, and year-end close, reconciles accounts, and works with departments across the organization to resolve financial discrepancies. The position provides day-to-day guidance and support to other accounting staff, helps improve accounting processes, and serves as a resource for questions about assigned accounting functions. It contributes to Finance Department continuous improvement by completing work accurately, raising concerns, identifying potential problems, and recommending improvements to processes and controls. The role requires attention to detail, organization, independent judgment, and the ability to identify issues and contribute to improvements. This is an in-person, on-site position in Chico, California; remote work is not available. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., for 40 hours per week. The position reports to the Controller. Salary is listed as $29–$32, with no pay period specified.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant accounting experience.
- At least three years of professional accounting experience.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, general-ledger accounting, and financial recordkeeping.
- Experience with accounts receivable, month-end close, and account reconciliations.
- Experience using accounting software.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and lookup functions.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to research discrepancies, identify issues, and recommend solutions.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently with limited supervision.
- Ability to provide guidance and support to other accounting staff.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with Finance and other departments.
- Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to handle confidential financial and organizational information appropriately.
- Willingness to raise questions, concerns, and improvement ideas constructively and promptly, including questioning current practices.
- Must pass a post-offer pre-employment background check, non-arduous physical, and drug/TB screen.
- Ability to travel locally to meet with clients, partners, or attend events, if applicable.
- Ability to work in various environments, including office and community settings.
- Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Sage 50 or similar accounting systems is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and account adjustments.
- Complete monthly balance-sheet, bank, and general-ledger reconciliations.
- Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
- Maintain general-ledger accounts and research and resolve discrepancies.
- Record, monitor, and reconcile accounts receivable activity.
- Monitor outstanding receivables and support follow-up on overdue balances.
- Review accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and other accounting transactions as needed.
- Assist with financial statements, management reports, and variance analysis.
- Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for audits and tax filings.
- Help maintain internal controls and support compliance with organizational policies and GAAP.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting process accuracy and efficiency.
- Provide guidance, training, and day-to-day support to other accounting staff.
- Support special projects and other Finance Department initiatives.
- Maintain confidentiality of financial, employee, and organizational information.
- Promptly bring errors, irregularities, internal-control weaknesses, compliance concerns, or potentially inaccurate, incomplete, or policy-inconsistent transactions to the attention of the Controller or Finance Director.
- Proactively recommend improvements to accounting processes, workflows, systems, and controls.
- Participate in Finance Department planning and improvement efforts by contributing observations, questions, and ideas.
- Perform other duties, tasks, and special projects as assigned by the Controller or Finance Director.
- Pass a post-offer pre-employment background check, non-arduous physical, and drug/TB screen.
- Travel locally to meet with clients or partners or attend events, if applicable.
- Work in office and community settings.
- Perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds, stand, walk, or assist individuals with mobility needs, if applicable.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Company-paid basic life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 3% employer match.
- Paid time off, including vacation and paid sick leave.
- 11 paid holidays plus one floating holiday.
- Paid training and professional development opportunities.
- Employee discount at the Arc thrift store.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
