Staff Accountant

Better Debt Solutions • Irvine, CA

12d • $35 - $38 • Onsite

About The Position

Better Companies is a multi-brand financial services organization providing debt relief, tax support, and business funding solutions. The Staff Accountant documents financial performance, analyzes data, and maintains accurate accounting records. Reporting directly to the Accounting Manager, the role provides hands-on exposure to month-end close, treasury management, executive reporting, and KPI development. The organization offers mentorship and a collaborative environment to support professional development and long-term career growth.

The work combines core month-end accounting duties with cross-departmental projects that may shift according to reporting cycles, business demands, and strategic needs. The role is full-time, non-exempt, and hourly, and is fully in-office in Irvine, California. Compensation is $35.00–$38.00 per hour.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 1–3 years of hands-on accounting experience in a professional office setting.
• Ability to multitask, adapt quickly when priorities shift, and handle ad-hoc assignments with minimal ramp-up time.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, lookups, pivot tables, and data organization.
• Strong command of standard accounting principles.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills and a forward-thinking, team-first attitude.
• Ability to work in an indoor office environment, operate standard office hardware, sit or stand for extended periods, and occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds using appropriate equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience with NetSuite ERP.
• Prior experience in Big 4 or mid-tier public accounting.
• Active CPA license or MBA in Accounting or Finance, or actively pursuing either.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post accurate general ledger journal entries and maintain subsidiary ledgers.
• Complete timely balance sheet reconciliations for treasury, revenue, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, intercompany accounts, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and accrued liabilities.
• Collect, analyze, and verify financial data to accurately reflect the organization's financial standing.
• Support preparation of annual budgets, forecasting models, and expenditure tracking.
• Assist with executive-level financial reports, KPI scorecards, and regulatory statements.
• Prepare cash flow summaries, treasury tracking, and rolling monthly cash flow projections.
• Partner with operations to calculate monthly commissions and resolve cross-functional billing or ledger questions.
• Handle analytical deep-dives and urgent ad-hoc financial requests as operational needs evolve.
• Support the accounting supervisor with administrative and clerical tasks to maintain day-to-day workflow.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage options.
• Paid time off and paid company holidays.
• Quarterly social events, team outings, and annual holiday parties.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan options.
• Mentorship, direct access to accounting leadership, and exposure to complex financial cycles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level