Junior Staff Accountant

Acrisure Protection Group; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Medical, dental & vision

Life insurance

401k with match

Job summary

Acrisure Protection Group is hiring a Junior Staff Accountant for our Irvine, CA headquarters. This in-office role runs Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm, with potential overtime as needed.

Responsibilities include assisting the accounting team with month-end close, journal entries, and reconciliations. Strong GAAP knowledge, Excel proficiency, and attention to detail are essential to support accurate financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting preferred.
• 2+ years accounting experience with GAAP knowledge.
• Proficient with Excel (large data sets, formulas, pivot tables).
• Experience with Sage Intacct or ERP systems preferred.
• Strong analytical and detail-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work independently within a accounting team.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end flux analysis and variance explanations.
• Review transactions for proper GL coding and documentation.
• Assist in month-end close process and journal entries.
• Reconcile asset and liability accounts timely.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly reports and audit schedules.
• Maintain internal controls and accounting procedures.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial data analysis

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Sage Intacct

Job description

Job Details

Job Location

Corporate HeadQuarters - Irvine, CA 92618

Salary

Salary Range: $25.00 - $25.00 Hourly

HOURLY RATE: $25.00 per hour

Job Category

Accounting

Southwest Dealer Services: Acrisure Protection Group I KARR Security offers dealer clients the industry leading F&I voluntary protection products, reinsurance/dealer participation programs, anti-theft programs and dealer-centric P&C/worker comp offerings.

The company boasts a national network of more than 3,000 active dealers across all 50 states. With driven focus for product innovation, compliance expertise and results-driven training, Acrisure has redefined how our dealer clients measure success and grow their bottom line.

Discover more at: www.AcrisurePG.com

JUNIOR STAFF ACCOUNTANT

POSITION OVERVIEW

This position is in-office M-F from 8:00am-5:00pm at our Irvine, CA headquarters. This position is hourly non-exempt reporting directly to the Accounting Manager. Evening and/or weekend OT will be required of this position as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports the Senior Accountant and Accounting Manager with month-end flux analysis and variance explanations
• Reviews transactions for proper GL coding, documentation, and supporting detail
• Contributes and engages in the month end close process
• Prepares journal entries: reversing, recurring and standard
• Reconciles assigned asset and liability accounts in a timely manner
• Resolves accounting discrepancies associated with account balances and reconciliations
• Analyzes assigned expense accounts; researches variances from budget and prepares entries for appropriate corrections or accruals
• Prepares monthly and quarterly reports as assigned
• Assists in implementing appropriate accounting policies and procedures and internal controls
• Understands financial policies and standard operating procedure and continues to improve accounting processes and procedures
• Prepares financial audit schedules and documents as assigned
• Performs general clerical duties as necessary
• Demonstrates a high degree of professionalism in communication, attitude, quality of work, attendance, and teamwork
• Adheres to all Company Policies & Procedures and Safety Regulations Ability to be flexible and willing to work extended hours when necessary

PREFERRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCES

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting preferred
• 2+ years accounting experience
• Experience must demonstrate comprehension of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Ability to analyze financial data
• Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel), including the ability to work with large data sets, formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis
• Experience with Sage Intacct or another ERP system preferred
• Strong Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within the accounting team

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Criminal background check
• Motor Vehicle Report review
• Verification of identity and eligibility to work in the United States upon hiring

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Paid Vacation, Sick leave, and Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision, other voluntary benefit options available
• The company paid Life, AD&D with Long Term Disability policy providing income protection
• 401k Retirement Plan with company Match

ABOUT US

At Southwest Dealer Services: Acrisure Protection Group | KARR Security, we are committed to creating a workplace that values and celebrates diversity. Our goal is to foster an inclusive environment where every individual is respected, valued, and given an equal opportunity to thrive.

As an equal opportunity employer, we ensure that all employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. These decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, creed, genetic information, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

We actively seek to recruit a diverse workforce, embracing employees from all backgrounds who can contribute to our dynamic teams.