Staff Accountant

BKF Engineers • Redwood City, CA

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About The Position

The Staff Accountant supports day-to-day accounting operations across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, General Ledger, compliance, audit, and other accounting functions. The role works with accounting team members on daily transactions, account reconciliations, month-end closing activities, and maintaining accurate financial records. It offers broad exposure to accounting processes and the opportunity to support different areas of the department as needed, making it suitable for an entry-level accounting professional seeking hands-on experience and professional growth.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting is preferred.
• Recent accounting graduates with no prior professional experience are encouraged to apply.
• Candidates with a bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or a related field may be considered with 1–2 years of general accounting experience, including hands-on experience with an ERP system.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables, and other data analysis functions.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles, general ledger accounting, and account reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day accounting activities across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, General Ledger, cash management, and other accounting operations.
• Assist with month-end closing activities, including preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist with processing invoices, payments, cash receipts, employee expense reports, and other accounting transactions.
• Assist with general ledger reconciliations, research discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items.
• Support internal and external audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance activities by gathering documentation, preparing schedules, and responding to information requests.
• Maintain accurate and organized accounting records and ensure transactions are properly documented and recorded.
• Collaborate with accounting team members across different functions to support daily operations, resolve issues, and meet deadlines.
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Profit sharing
• 401(k)
• Generous paid time off packages
• 9 paid holidays
• Flexible schedules
• Education reimbursement
• Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations

What This Job Offers

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