Staff Accountant

Golden State Recruiting; Sausalito (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Benefits

Job summary

Golden State Recruiting is seeking a Staff Accountant in Sausalito, offering a hybrid schedule (4 days onsite / 1 day remote) and a base salary of $70,000 to $80,000 plus discretionary bonus. This role suits someone early in their accounting career seeking broad exposure and a collaborative team environment.

The ideal candidate may have 1+ year of accounting experience; recent graduates with strong internships or coursework are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 0-2+ years of accounting experience.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Comfortable working in Excel and learning new systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Curious, proactive, and willing to ask questions.
• Team-oriented with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end close and general ledger accounting.
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Reconcile cash, revenue, and other financial activity.
• Assist with financial reporting and variance analysis.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Work with different departments to ensure accurate financial information.
• Help improve accounting processes and procedures.
• Support special projects and other areas of the accounting team as needed.

Skills

Accounting experience

Accounting principles

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Curious and proactive

Team-oriented

Learn new systems

Education

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

Tools

Excel

Job description

Staff Accountant

Location: Sausalito / North Bay Area
Schedule: Hybrid, 4 days onsite / 1 day remote
Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 + discretionary bonus

A well-established Bay Area company is looking to add a Staff Accountant to its accounting team. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their accounting career who wants broad exposure, a supportive team, and the opportunity to continue learning.

The ideal candidate may have 1+ year of accounting experience, although recent accounting graduates with strong internships, coursework, or related experience are encouraged to apply.

What You'll Do

• Assist with month-end close and general ledger accounting
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations
• Reconcile cash, revenue, and other financial activity
• Assist with financial reporting and variance analysis
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies
• Work with different departments to ensure accurate financial information
• Help improve accounting processes and procedures
• Support special projects and other areas of the accounting team as needed

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 0-2+ years of accounting experience
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles
• Comfortable working in Excel and learning new systems
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Curious, proactive, and willing to ask questions
• Someone who enjoys learning and isn't afraid to jump in wherever needed
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

This could be an excellent opportunity for a recent accounting graduate or early-career accountant looking to build a strong foundation and gain exposure to multiple areas of accounting.

Compensation:

$70,000 - $80,000 base salary, plus discretionary bonus and benefits.