Senior Staff Accountant

Haystack Consultants; Sonoma (CA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading commercial real estate investment firm as a Senior Staff Accountant. This role involves full-cycle accounting responsibilities, preparing financial reports, and supporting budgeting processes. The firm promises a competitive salary of up to $120,000 along with excellent benefits and a positive work environment, fostering professional growth.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package (health, dental, 401k match, PTO)

Positive professional culture with strong leadership

Real opportunity for career growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience, ideally in real estate or investment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle full-cycle accounting for a principal.
• Prepare and maintain financial reports and supporting schedules.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies.

Skills

GAAP

Accounting

Financial Reporting

Budgeting

Process Improvement

Education

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

Tools

QuickBooks

Yardi

MRI

Job description

Senior Staff Accountant – Commercial Real Estate Investment Firm
Location: [Sonoma, CA]
Full-Time | On-Site with Occasional Remote Work
Salary: Up to $120,000 + Excellent Benefits
Immediate Hire | Long-Term Growth Opportunity

Are you a skilled accountant looking to step into a high-impact role with a well-established firm? Join a respected commercial real estate investment company as a Senior Staff Accountant, where you'll manage the full spectrum of accounting responsibilities for one of the firm's key principals. This is an outstanding career opportunity offering stability, excellent benefits, and a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

What You’ll Do

• Handle full-cycle accounting for a principal within the firm, including AP/AR, general ledger, bank reconciliations, and monthly closings

• Prepare and maintain financial reports, statements, and supporting schedules

• Support budgeting and forecasting processes

• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies

• Liaise with external accountants for tax preparation and audits

• Assist with financial planning and analysis for ongoing investments and operations

• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• 5+ years of accounting experience, ideally in real estate, investment, or private office settings

• Strong grasp of GAAP and full-cycle accounting

• Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Yardi, MRI, or similar)

• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Discretion, professionalism, and a proactive mindset

Why Consider this Role?

• Competitive compensation – up to $120,000

• Excellent benefits package (health, dental, 401k match, PTO, etc.)

• Positive, professional culture with strong leadership and mentorship

• Well-established and highly reputable firm with a proven track record

• Real opportunity to grow your career and make a lasting impact

Interviews and Hiring taking place quickly! If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and work directly with a visionary leader in real estate investment, we’d love to hear from you. All applications and inquiries will be kept confidential.