Staff Accountant

Murdock Martell•San Jose, CA

7d•$77,000 - $94,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Accountant will support day-to-day financial operations and contribute to delivering accurate, timely financial information for clients. In this role, the Staff Accountant will assist with preparing financial reports, maintaining general ledger activity, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams, help improve processes, and support strong internal controls. This position offers the opportunity to build technical expertise, contribute to clients’ financial success, and play a meaningful role in supporting long-term business growth. This is an exceptional opportunity for a Staff Accountant who thrives in a dynamic, client-facing environment and seeks both professional growth and long-term stability within a values-driven organization. We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our internal team and support a diverse client base, including startups and technology and life sciences companies. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in U.S. GAAP and hands-on experience supporting day-to-day accounting operations in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
Public accounting audit background, ideally with a Big Four firm
Prefer minimum 1 year up to 3 years client facing experience
1+ years’ experience with Bill.com, Ramp and or BREX
1+ years’ experience working at a start-up company
1+ years’ experience with QuickBooks online
Proficient in Excel
Detail-oriented, organized, and has exceptional communication skills
Curious, collaborative, and committed to contributing within an inclusive environment.

Nice To Haves

CPA strongly preferred
MBA a plus
SAAS and/or Life Sciences experience is a plus
Experience with NetSuite, Xero, Expensify, Gusto, Rippling and or Syft Analytics a plus.

Responsibilities

Process full-cycle payroll accurately and timely, including employee additions/terminations and variable pay adjustments.
Process purchase orders, vendor bills, sales invoices, and cash receipts.
Review and record bank and credit card transactions in appropriate accounting software.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including bank accounts, credit cards, prepaids, accruals, and deferred revenue.
Record, manage, and track fixed assets in accordance with client policies.
Identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies in financial records and reports.
Prepare journal entries and supporting documentation as part of the monthly close process.
Assist in preparing monthly reporting packages for clients.
Prepare schedules to support annual income tax returns and financial statement audits.
Assist with state and local tax filings, including corporate, sales, business, and property taxes.
Support annual 1099 form filing requirements.
Collaborate with senior accountants and managers to support client financial strategies.
Coordinate HR-related matters with internal or client HR teams as needed.
Support various accounting and process improvement projects.
Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Communicate professionally and timely with clients, management, and team members.