Staff Accountant

Pacific Executive Search LLC; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Executive Search LLC in Los Angeles offers a Staff Accountant role with hybrid work, providing hands-on experience in financial reporting, audit coordination, and month-end close processes. You will work with investment vehicles and external partners to deepen expertise in GAAP-based accounting and financial analysis.

This early-career position emphasizes collaboration, accuracy, and procedural adherence, with exposure to a real estate investment portfolio and cross-department support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance from an accredited four-year institution.
• At least one year of professional experience in an office environment, preferably in accounting or finance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis tools such as pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and complex formulas.
• Basic knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively and follow established procedures.
• Business-level fluency in English and the ability to work both independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify accounts payable and receivable transactions, ensuring adherence to internal controls and accurate documentation before approval.
• Maintain precise records of invoices, payments, and journal entries within the accounting system to uphold data integrity and compliance with accounting standards.
• Perform bank reconciliations and monitor account statuses to resolve discrepancies and support effective cash flow management.
• Assist with monthly and year-end closing activities, including preparation of consolidated financial statements and analysis of investment partner reports.
• Serve as a point of contact for auditors and external tax professionals, facilitating audit procedures and tax filing coordination.
• Support the management of fixed assets and inventory records, ensuring accurate tracking and valuation in line with accounting policies.
• Contribute to process improvements within accounting workflows and provide administrative support as needed across departments.

Skills

Communication

English fluency

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Pivot tables

VLOOKUP

Complex formulas

Job description

Supporting the accounting operations of a Southern California real estate investment and development firm with a diverse portfolio, this position offers hands‑on experience in financial reporting, audit coordination, and month‑end close processes. Situated within a hybrid work setting in Los Angeles, the role provides exposure to investment vehicles and collaboration with external partners, ideal for an early‑career accountant aiming to deepen expertise in GAAP‑based accounting and financial analysis.

Title

Staff Accountant

Industry

Real Estate Development and Investment

Responsibilities

• Process and verify accounts payable and receivable transactions, ensuring adherence to internal controls and accurate documentation before approval.
• Maintain precise records of invoices, payments, and journal entries within the accounting system to uphold data integrity and compliance with accounting standards.
• Perform bank reconciliations and monitor account statuses to resolve discrepancies and support effective cash flow management.
• Assist with monthly and year‑end closing activities, including preparation of consolidated financial statements and analysis of investment partner reports.
• Serve as a point of contact for auditors and external tax professionals, facilitating audit procedures and tax filing coordination.
• Support the management of fixed assets and inventory records, ensuring accurate tracking and valuation in line with accounting policies.
• Contribute to process improvements within accounting workflows and provide administrative support as needed across departments.

Qualifications

Must‑Have

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance from an accredited four‑year institution.
• At least one year of professional experience in an office environment, preferably in accounting or finance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis tools such as pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and complex formulas.
• Basic knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively and follow established procedures.
• Business‑level fluency in English and the ability to work both independently and within a team.

Nice‑to‑Have

• Experience with accounting software platforms.
• Familiarity with audit processes and tax compliance coordination.
• Interest in pursuing CPA certification or advancing a career in accounting or finance.