Junior Staff Accountant

NOREAS Inc; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401k Plan with company match

Paid Time Off

Performance incentive bonuses

Job summary

NOREAS, Inc. in Irvine, CA is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to join our growing team. This full-time role is suitable for 0–5 years of accounting experience and recent graduates.

You will prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, assist with month-end close, manage AP/AR, and help produce financial statements and reports. Government contracting experience and Unanet/QuickBooks familiarity are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• MAcc is a strong plus.
• 0–5 years of accounting experience; recent graduates welcome to apply.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and core accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Excel; experience with Unanet or QuickBooks is a plus.
• Prior government contracting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Help prepare financial statements and management reports.
• Support audits, tax filings, and compliance work.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and controls.
• Strong familiarization with Unanet project accounting software.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Unanet experience

QuickBooks experience

Strong communication

Team player

Detail-oriented

Meet deadlines

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s degree in Accounting (MAcc)

Tools

Unanet

QuickBooks

Job description

NOREAS, Inc. provides scientific, engineering, and environmental services to the Department of Defense, federal agencies, utility companies, and private clients across the U.S. Our culture is collegial, and we actively mentor our staff.

Role Description

NOREAS has an immediate opening for a full-time Accountant at our Irvine, California office. This role suits candidates with 0–5 years of experience, recent graduates included. NOREAS is looking for a motivated, detail-oriented accountant to join our team. This is a chance to build a strong foundation and grow your accounting career alongside an experienced, supportive team.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Assist with month-end and year-end close
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
• Help prepare financial statements and management reports
• Support audits, tax filings, and compliance work
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and controls
• Strong familiarization with Unanet project accounting software

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required)
• Master’s degree in Accounting (MAcc) is a strong plus
• 0–5 years of accounting experience; recent graduates are welcome to apply
• Solid understanding of GAAP and core accounting principles
• Proficiency in Excel; experience with Unanet or QuickBooks is a plus
• Prior government contracting experience is a plus
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and the ability to meet deadlines
• Clear communication skills and a team-first attitude
• Interest in pursuing a CPA license is a plus

What we offer

• Salary range: $65,000 – $85,000 per year, based on education and experience
• Performance incentive bonuses
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401k Plan with company match
• Paid Time Off

NOREAS, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and consider all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.