Staff Accountant

Murdock Martell•San Jose, CA

20h•Remote

About The Position

Are you interested in joining a firm that values professionals who make a meaningful impact by delivering strategic solutions to both established and high-growth companies? If so, we invite you to explore opportunities with Murdock Martell, Inc. Murdock Martell, Inc. is a premier financial consulting and recruiting firm representing some of the most respected organizations in the San Francisco Bay Area, with a strong focus on the technology and life sciences sectors. We offer the unique advantage of engaging, diverse client-based consulting work while maintaining the stability and benefits of a full-time corporate role. This position is open to being part-time or full-time, is mostly remote with occasional in-person client or firm meetings. Only seeking candidates who live in California, Nevada or Washington state. We provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including: Performance-based bonus potential Comprehensive health benefits Life and disability insurance 401(k) retirement plan Paid time off Professional development opportunities Educational assistance Flexible scheduling The Opportunity: 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; CPA strongly preferred, MBA a plus
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

Nice To Haves

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