Staff Accountant

Beacon Hill; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Federal and state leave programs

Job summary

A well-established professional services firm is seeking a Financial Analyst / Staff Accountant for a temp-to-hire position in California. The role entails supporting corporate accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance and financial reporting. Ideal candidates should have 2-5+ years of relevant experience and strong Excel skills. Prior experience with ERP systems is also required. This position offers a chance to grow within a dynamic accounting team at a professional services firm.

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years of experience in staff accounting, financial analysis, or a hybrid role.
• Solid understanding of corporate accounting and general ledger functions.
• Experience in project-based, creative, or professional services environments strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general ledger accounts and prepare journal entries.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports and variance analyses.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Customer service-oriented demeanor

ERP experience

Detail-oriented

Education

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

Tools

NetSuite

QuickBooks

Sage

Oracle

Job description

A well-established professional services firm is seeking a Financial Analyst / Staff Accountant on a temp-to-hire basis to support corporate accounting operations. This role is fully on-site in the Los Angeles area and reports directly to the Accounting Manager.

This position is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional with strong Excel skills, prior ERP experience, and a customer service-oriented demeanor. Candidates with experience in project-based or creative industries are highly encouraged to apply.

Corporate Accounting & Close

• Maintain general ledger accounts and prepare journal entries
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
• Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with internal accounting policies

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports and variance analyses
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow tracking
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support management and operations

Operational Accounting Support

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
• Review vendor invoices, expense reports, and credit card activity
• Support billing, revenue tracking, and project-related financial reporting
• Work within an ERP system to maintain accurate financial data
• Utilize Excel for reconciliations, reporting, and analysis
• Partner with internal teams and external vendors in a professional, service-oriented manner
• Assist with audits, process improvements, and special projects as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 2-5+ years of experience in staff accounting, financial analysis, or a hybrid role
• Strong Excel skills required (pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations, reporting)
• Prior ERP system experience required (NetSuite, QuickBooks, Sage, Oracle, or similar)
• Solid understanding of corporate accounting and general ledger functions
• Experience in project-based, creative, or professional services environments strongly preferred

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Company Profile

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Benefits Information

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.

Beacon Hill. Employing the Future™