Junior Staff Accountant

Role Description

The Junior Staff Accountant is a full-time, on-site role based in Irvine, CA. This position supports the accounting team with daily transactional work, including accounts payable and receivable processing, expense tracking, and data entry into the general ledger. The role assists with bank reconciliations, month-end closing activities, and preparation of basic financial reports.

The Junior Staff Accountant helps maintain accurate records, organizes supporting documentation, and follows established procedures to ensure compliance with internal controls. This role collaborates with team members across the organization, responds to routine inquiries regarding invoices and payments, and contributes to continuous improvement of accounting processes.

Qualifications

• Foundational accounting skills, including understanding of debits and credits, general ledger entries, and basic financial statements.
• Proficiency with accounting software and tools (e.g., QuickBooks, ERP systems, Excel for spreadsheets and reconciliations).
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy in data entry, and ability to organize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving abilities, with comfort working with numbers and identifying discrepancies.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to collaborate with colleagues and respond to vendor and client questions professionally.
• Ability to work on-site in Irvine, CA, contribute positively to a team environment, and maintain confidentiality of financial information.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Prior internship or entry-level experience in bookkeeping or accounting is preferred; familiarity with GAAP is a plus.