Financial Accountant

Accountant

In-Office: Concord, CA - East Bay

• For the first 6 weeks, role would require training in Galt, CA with a fuel stipend for the commute
  
  

***Opportunity to reduce to 24-25 hours a week / flex up to 30 hours during crucial times (quarter end close)*** at an hourly rate $40-48 ***

Core Responsibilities

• Financial Accounting
• Support monthly and quarterly close activities to ensure accurate and complete financial data.
• Manage the fixed asset ledger: evaluate invoices for capital purchases, set up and retire assets, and reconcile to the general ledger.
• Amortize and reconcile intangible and prepaid assets.
• Book accruals and reconcile balance sheet accounts.
• Propose journal entries and adjustments during month- and quarter-end close.
• Internal Controls
• Assist the CFO in developing, implementing, and maintaining internal controls and accounting policies.
• Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis
• Contribute to the development of the annual budget and forecast.
• Track actual performance against forecast and provide variance analysis.
• Regulatory Compliance
• Assist in evaluating revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606.
• Assist in evaluating lease accounting in accordance with ASC 842.
• Prepare audit documentation and respond to auditor requests as needed.
  
  

Qualifications/Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial accounting.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, with hands-on experience in journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, macros, data analysis).
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and people skills; team-oriented mindset.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
• Experience with Sage Intact is a plus.
  
  

Company Benefits/Perks

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off