Accounting Analyst Jobs in California

Why join our team

At Options For All, we create opportunities for adults with disabilities to live, work, and love life in their community with dignity and respect. As a USA TODAY Top Workplace, we are proud to build a culture where team members feel supported, valued, and connected to meaningful work.

As a Junior Finance & Accounting Analyst, you will make a difference every day by helping people build independence, make choices, and work toward their goals. This is more than a job. It is a chance to create real impact while joining a mission-driven organization that values dignity, inclusion, and respect. We are looking for people who care deeply, take initiative, and want to help others thrive.

Why you’ll love it here

At Options For All, we believe a great workplace starts with putting people first. We are proud to build a culture where team members feel supported, valued, and connected to the work they do. We celebrate diversity, foster belonging, and create opportunities for growth.

When you join our team, you can expect:

• A supportive team environment
• Meaningful work that makes a difference
• An inclusive culture where you belong
• Opportunities to learn and grow

Your benefits start on Day 1:

• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees
• Comprehensive coverage for qualifying dependents, including 100% dental and vision and 50% medical
• Retirement savings plan with up to a 5% company match
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel
• Paid vacation, sick time, and paid holidays, including your birthday
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program

What you’ll be doing

As the Junior Finance & Accounting Analyst, you will support the Finance Department by providing financial planning, analysis, reporting, and operational accounting support. This role is responsible for assisting with budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, variance analysis, management reporting, monthly billing, credit card reconciliations, and other accounting functions. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with attention to detail and enjoys working in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

In this role, you will:

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Assist in the preparation of monthly forecasts, annual budgets, long-range financial plans, and related updates.
• Analyze financial and operational results compared to budget and forecast, investigate significant variances, and communicate findings to management.
• Support the validation and maintenance of financial forecasts and planning assumptions.
• Prepare monthly financial analyses and management reports for leadership review.
• Assist with financial modeling for new business opportunities, strategic initiatives, cost-saving projects, capital expenditures, and profitability analyses.
• Support the preparation of executive leadership, board, and committee presentations.
• Perform ad hoc financial analyses and special projects as assigned.
• Support strategic decision-making through data analysis and financial insights.
• Assist with internal and external financial reporting requirements.

Accounting & Operational Finance

• Prepare and process monthly billing for various programs, contracts, and funding sources.
• Review billing data for accuracy and completeness and work with operational teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Reconcile monthly credit card transactions and ensure proper coding and supporting documentation.
• Assist with account reconciliations, including balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Monitor expenses and identify unusual transactions or trends.
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management activities as needed.
• Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation.
• Support external audits and financial reviews by preparing schedules and requested documentation.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and internal controls.

What we’re looking for

We are looking for someone who is compassionate, dependable, and ready to make a positive impact.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or related field.

Experience

• 2+ years of experience in finance, accounting, FP&A, or a related role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.
• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience in nonprofit organizations is a plus.

Skills

• Financial modeling and forecasting experience.
• Budgeting and variance analysis experience.
• Billing and account reconciliation experience.
• Knowledge of nonprofit accounting and funding structures preferred.
• Ability to present financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial audiences.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This position requires the employee to regularly stand, walk, sit, talk and hear. The employee must be capable of writing, using a computer keyboard, telephone and related office equipment. Ability to lift 10lbs. required.

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee will experience normal office conditions with a well-lighted work area and minor noise from standard office equipment.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodation

Options For All is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact Ciara Quinones at cquinones@optionsforall.org.