Accountant

CalCPA; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CalCPA in San Francisco seeks an Accountant to maintain general ledger records, prepare financial statements, support audits, and ensure compliance with GASB, federal and state regulations. This role emphasizes accuracy, analytical thinking, and the ability to work both independently and with colleagues across multiple divisions.

The position requires attention to detail and collaborative skills, with duties spanning journal entries, reconciliations, financial reporting, audits, and policy

Responsibilities

• Maintain accounting records for all District divisions, including Administration, Development, Bridge, Bus, and Ferry operations.
• Prepare and post recurring and non-recurring journal entries (e.g., accruals, allocations, cash activity, capital assets, debt service, A/R and A/P).
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and subsidiary ledgers; resolve discrepancies related to invoices, purchase orders, encumbrances, and retention.
• Review financial activity across A/P, A/R, payroll, inventory, and capital assets for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and assist in the production of the District's financial statements.
• Respond to internal and external inquiries; communicate accounting procedures to staff, auditors, and external agencies.
• Participate in internal and external audits, including financial, compliance, and performance audits, as well as physical inventories and cash audits.
• Ensure compliance with GASB standards, federal and state regulations, and District financial policies.
• Document and maintain internal accounting procedures and workflows.
• Stay current with accounting standards, regulations, and governmental reporting requirements (e.g., NTD, FHWA, State Controller's Office).
• Adhere to established safety practices and District policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular, dependable attendance and performance.

Job description

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Accounting Manager, the Accountant performs a range of intermediate to advanced accounting tasks to support the District's financial operations. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate general ledger records, preparing financial statements, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and public sector regulations. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Essential Responsibilities

• Maintain accounting records for all District divisions, including Administration, Development, Bridge, Bus, and Ferry operations.
• Prepare and post recurring and non-recurring journal entries (e.g., accruals, allocations, cash activity, capital assets, debt service, A/R and A/P).
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and subsidiary ledgers; resolve discrepancies related to invoices, purchase orders, encumbrances, and retention.
• Review financial activity across A/P, A/R, payroll, inventory, and capital assets for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and assist in the production of the District's financial statements.
• Respond to internal and external inquiries; communicate accounting procedures to staff, auditors, and external agencies.
• Participate in internal and external audits, including financial, compliance, and performance audits, as well as physical inventories and cash audits.
• Ensure compliance with GASB standards, federal and state regulations, and District financial policies.
• Document and maintain internal accounting procedures and workflows.
• Stay current with accounting standards, regulations, and governmental reporting requirements (e.g., NTD, FHWA, State Controller's Office).
• Adhere to established safety practices and District policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular, dependable attendance and performance.