Staff Accountant - Careers at Robert Half
Robert Half
Staff Accountant - Careers at Robert Half
Job Description
Staff Accountant Opportunity with Robert Half in San Diego, CA
Are you a meticulous accounting professional passionate about precision in a high-growth biotech environment? Robert Half is proud to partner with an innovative biotech leader in San Diego, California to find a talented Staff Accountant. This full-time role offers the chance to contribute to groundbreaking research while ensuring financial accuracy and compliance in a dynamic, fast-paced setting. Join a forward-thinking team where your expertise in general ledger management, reconciliations, and financial reporting will drive operational success. With San Diego's thriving biotech hub, this position provides unparalleled growth opportunities in accounting careers.
About the Role
As a Staff Accountant, you'll be the backbone of the finance team, safeguarding the integrity of financial data amid rapid expansion. This position demands a detail-oriented professional who thrives in collaborative environments, working closely with R&D, operations, and leadership. Located in the heart of San Diego's biotech corridor, you'll support cutting-edge projects from clinical trials to product commercialization. Robert Half specializes in placing top accounting talent in such roles, ensuring a seamless transition and long-term career advancement. Ideal for mid-level accountants seeking stability with innovation, this role emphasizes accuracy, efficiency, and strategic financial insight.
Key Responsibilities
Your day-to-day will involve hands-on accounting tasks critical to business operations:
- Prepare and post general ledger entries, perform monthly reconciliations, and maintain detailed supporting schedules to ensure data accuracy.
- Lead aspects of month-end and year-end closings, including journal entries, accruals, and variance analysis.
- Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, from invoice processing to collections and cash application.
- Contribute to financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting by compiling data and generating insightful reports.
- Uphold compliance with internal controls, GAAP standards, and company financial policies to mitigate risks.
- Partner cross-functionally with R&D and operations teams to track project costs, analyze variances, and support project accounting.
- Investigate and resolve account discrepancies, transaction issues, and balance anomalies through thorough research.
- Prepare documentation and respond to auditor inquiries during external and internal audits.
These responsibilities highlight the role's blend of routine precision and strategic collaboration, perfect for accountants advancing in biotech finance.
Required Qualifications
To excel, candidates should possess:
- A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- 2-4 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in biotech, life sciences, or manufacturing sectors.
- Strong proficiency in ERP systems like NetSuite, QuickBooks, or SAP, plus advanced Excel capabilities.
- In-depth knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and financial compliance regulations.
- Proven analytical skills for researching discrepancies and cost analysis.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities for cross-departmental teamwork.
- Detail-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a growth-oriented environment.
- Experience with audit support and project-based accounting is highly desirable.
Robert Half recruits top-tier talent; CPA certification or pursuit thereof is a plus.
Why Join Us
This Staff Accountant position offers more than just a job—it's a launchpad in San Diego's booming biotech industry. Enjoy a competitive salary of $65,000-$70,000, comprehensive benefits including health coverage, 401(k) matching, PTO, and professional development. Work in a hybrid model in vibrant San Diego, with wellness programs and growth opportunities in an expanding firm. Robert Half provides expert placement support, ensuring your success. Keywords: Staff Accountant jobs San Diego, biotech accounting careers, general ledger specialist California. Apply now to elevate your accounting career!
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Locations
- San Diego, California, United States
Salary
65,000 - 70,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- General Ledger Managementintermediate
- Account Reconciliationsintermediate
- Month-End Close Processesintermediate
- Accounts Payable Processingintermediate
- Accounts Receivable Managementintermediate
- Financial Reportingintermediate
- Budgeting Supportintermediate
- Compliance and Internal Controlsintermediate
- Cross-Functional Collaborationintermediate
- Audit Preparationintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (experience)
- 2-4 years of accounting experience, preferably in biotech or life sciences (experience)
- Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, SAP) (experience)
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial regulations (experience)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills (experience)
- Detail-oriented with high accuracy in data handling (experience)
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.) (experience)
- Strong communication skills for cross-departmental collaboration (experience)
- Experience with project accounting and cost analysis preferred (experience)
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced, innovative environments (experience)
Responsibilities
- Prepare and maintain general ledger entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
- Process accounts payable and receivable transactions
- Support financial reporting and budgeting efforts
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial policies
- Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, operations, and other business units to analyze costs and project accounting data
- Research and resolve discrepancies in account balances and transactions
- Assist with audit preparation and response to external and internal audit requests
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary range of $65,000 - $70,000 annually
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- general: 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- general: Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
- general: Professional development and certification reimbursement
- general: Collaborative and innovative biotech work environment
- general: Flexible work arrangements including hybrid options
- general: Employee wellness programs and team-building events
- general: Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly expanding company
- general: Robert Half placement support and ongoing career guidance
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Staff Accountant - Careers at Robert Half
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Staff Accountant - Careers at Robert Half
Job Description
Staff Accountant Opportunity with Robert Half in San Diego, CA
Are you a meticulous accounting professional passionate about precision in a high-growth biotech environment? Robert Half is proud to partner with an innovative biotech leader in San Diego, California to find a talented Staff Accountant. This full-time role offers the chance to contribute to groundbreaking research while ensuring financial accuracy and compliance in a dynamic, fast-paced setting. Join a forward-thinking team where your expertise in general ledger management, reconciliations, and financial reporting will drive operational success. With San Diego's thriving biotech hub, this position provides unparalleled growth opportunities in accounting careers.
About the Role
As a Staff Accountant, you'll be the backbone of the finance team, safeguarding the integrity of financial data amid rapid expansion. This position demands a detail-oriented professional who thrives in collaborative environments, working closely with R&D, operations, and leadership. Located in the heart of San Diego's biotech corridor, you'll support cutting-edge projects from clinical trials to product commercialization. Robert Half specializes in placing top accounting talent in such roles, ensuring a seamless transition and long-term career advancement. Ideal for mid-level accountants seeking stability with innovation, this role emphasizes accuracy, efficiency, and strategic financial insight.
Key Responsibilities
Your day-to-day will involve hands-on accounting tasks critical to business operations:
- Prepare and post general ledger entries, perform monthly reconciliations, and maintain detailed supporting schedules to ensure data accuracy.
- Lead aspects of month-end and year-end closings, including journal entries, accruals, and variance analysis.
- Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, from invoice processing to collections and cash application.
- Contribute to financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting by compiling data and generating insightful reports.
- Uphold compliance with internal controls, GAAP standards, and company financial policies to mitigate risks.
- Partner cross-functionally with R&D and operations teams to track project costs, analyze variances, and support project accounting.
- Investigate and resolve account discrepancies, transaction issues, and balance anomalies through thorough research.
- Prepare documentation and respond to auditor inquiries during external and internal audits.
These responsibilities highlight the role's blend of routine precision and strategic collaboration, perfect for accountants advancing in biotech finance.
Required Qualifications
To excel, candidates should possess:
- A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- 2-4 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in biotech, life sciences, or manufacturing sectors.
- Strong proficiency in ERP systems like NetSuite, QuickBooks, or SAP, plus advanced Excel capabilities.
- In-depth knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and financial compliance regulations.
- Proven analytical skills for researching discrepancies and cost analysis.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities for cross-departmental teamwork.
- Detail-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a growth-oriented environment.
- Experience with audit support and project-based accounting is highly desirable.
Robert Half recruits top-tier talent; CPA certification or pursuit thereof is a plus.
Why Join Us
This Staff Accountant position offers more than just a job—it's a launchpad in San Diego's booming biotech industry. Enjoy a competitive salary of $65,000-$70,000, comprehensive benefits including health coverage, 401(k) matching, PTO, and professional development. Work in a hybrid model in vibrant San Diego, with wellness programs and growth opportunities in an expanding firm. Robert Half provides expert placement support, ensuring your success. Keywords: Staff Accountant jobs San Diego, biotech accounting careers, general ledger specialist California. Apply now to elevate your accounting career!
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Locations
- San Diego, California, United States
Salary
65,000 - 70,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- General Ledger Managementintermediate
- Account Reconciliationsintermediate
- Month-End Close Processesintermediate
- Accounts Payable Processingintermediate
- Accounts Receivable Managementintermediate
- Financial Reportingintermediate
- Budgeting Supportintermediate
- Compliance and Internal Controlsintermediate
- Cross-Functional Collaborationintermediate
- Audit Preparationintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (experience)
- 2-4 years of accounting experience, preferably in biotech or life sciences (experience)
- Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, SAP) (experience)
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial regulations (experience)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills (experience)
- Detail-oriented with high accuracy in data handling (experience)
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.) (experience)
- Strong communication skills for cross-departmental collaboration (experience)
- Experience with project accounting and cost analysis preferred (experience)
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced, innovative environments (experience)
Responsibilities
- Prepare and maintain general ledger entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
- Process accounts payable and receivable transactions
- Support financial reporting and budgeting efforts
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial policies
- Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, operations, and other business units to analyze costs and project accounting data
- Research and resolve discrepancies in account balances and transactions
- Assist with audit preparation and response to external and internal audit requests
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary range of $65,000 - $70,000 annually
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- general: 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- general: Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
- general: Professional development and certification reimbursement
- general: Collaborative and innovative biotech work environment
- general: Flexible work arrangements including hybrid options
- general: Employee wellness programs and team-building events
- general: Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly expanding company
- general: Robert Half placement support and ongoing career guidance
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