Staff Accountant

Better Debt Solutions • Irvine, CA

11d • 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 will document financial performance, analyze data, and maintain 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 company describes a collaborative environment with mentorship and opportunities to pursue a CPA, advance to a Senior Accountant role, or deepen analytical expertise.

The position is full-time, non-exempt/hourly, and fully in-office in Irvine, California. Compensation is $35.00–$38.00 per hour. Priorities may shift with reporting cycles, business demands, and strategic needs, and the role balances core accounting duties with cross-departmental projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 1–3 years of hands-on accounting experience in a professional office setting.
• Ability to multitask, adapt quickly to shifting priorities, 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.
• An active CPA license or MBA in Accounting or Finance, or active pursuit of 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 represent the organization's financial position.
• 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.
• Respond to ad-hoc financial requests and adapt between analytical work and evolving operational needs.
• Support the accounting supervisor with administrative and clerical tasks to maintain day-to-day workflow.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage options.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid company holidays.
• Company-provided lunch every Friday.
• Quarterly social events, team outings, and annual holiday parties.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan options.
• Direct access to accounting leadership and ongoing exposure to complex financial cycles.

What This Job Offers

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