Accountant

Vaco; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 44,083; Full time

Job summary

Non Profit Industry is seeking an Accountant I to support daily accounting operations, including journal entries, reconciliations, financial analysis, and GAAP-compliant reporting. This entry-level role collaborates with internal teams to maintain accurate financial records.

The successful candidate will handle journal entries, reconcile general ledger accounts, assist with month-end and year-end close, and support audits and financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and basic accounting principles.
• Experience with journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Solid analytical and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate variances.
• Support monthly and year-end close activities.
• Maintain subledgers and supporting documentation.
• Review financial transactions, invoices, contracts, and bank statements for accuracy.
• Ensure data integrity across accounting systems.
• Partner with internal departments to resolve accounting issues.
• Follow internal controls and accounting policies.
• Assist with audits and financial reporting.

Skills

Journal entries

Account reconciliations

GAAP understanding

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Title: Accountant I
Company:Non Profit Industry
Compensation:$28-32/hr (DOE)

Position Overview

The Accountant I supports daily accounting operations, including journal entries, account reconciliations, financial analysis, reporting, and audit support. This role works closely with internal teams to ensure accurate financial records and compliance with GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate variances.
• Support monthly and year-end close activities.
• Maintain subledgers and supporting documentation.
• Review financial transactions, invoices, contracts, and bank statements for accuracy.
• Ensure data integrity across accounting systems.
• Partner with internal departments to resolve accounting issues.
• Follow internal controls and accounting policies.
• Assist with audits and financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Understanding of GAAP and basic accounting principles.
• Experience with journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.