Staff Accountant

Outpost • Los Angeles, CA

3d • $75,000 - $95,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant will support day-to-day accounting operations while helping to build the infrastructure required for a high-growth company. This role spans transactional accounting, monthly close, and continuous improvement of financial processes and controls.The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically strong, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment where systems and processes are still evolving.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2–4 years of relevant accounting experience (startup, high-growth, or corporate environment preferred)
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP
• Proficiency in accounting systems (QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar ERP platforms)
• Advanced Excel skills (e.g., lookups, pivot tables, data analysis)
• High attention to detail and strong organizational discipline
• Clear communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally
• Self-starter with a bias toward ownership and process improvement

Nice To Haves

• CPA or progress toward certification
• Experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or government contracting environments
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle
• Exposure to audit processes and/or internal controls frameworks

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries; ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records
• Perform monthly reconciliations of general ledger and subledger accounts
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including variance analysis
• Accounts Payable: Process vendor invoices, purchase orders, and employee expense reports; ensure proper coding and approvals
• Accounts Receivable: Manage billing, collections, cash application, and support revenue tracking (including DSO monitoring)
• Maintain and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Partner cross-functionally to ensure financial data integrity and operational alignment
• Support external audits and provide required documentation
• Utilize and help optimize financial systems (e.g., QuickBooks Advanced, BILL, Brex)

Benefits

• Incentive Stock Options
• Annual performance-based bonus
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Short- and long-term disability, and life insurance
• PTO
• Daily catered lunch, snacks, and coffee

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees