Staff Accountant Jobs in California

We are a well-established CPA firm with over 40 years of experience, currently seeking highly motivated and detail-oriented individuals for full-time Staff Accountant positions. Our firm provides a broad range of services, including audit, assurance, attestation, tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll, and other financial consulting services. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, a collaborative and supportive work environment, and opportunities for long-term career growth in public accounting. Ideal candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field (CPA eligibility preferred), strong analytical and organizational skills, and proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office. If you're looking to build a successful career with a reputable firm that values integrity, professionalism, and development, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

Tax, Payroll, and Bookkeeping:

• Prepare federal and state income tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S-Corps, corporations, and trusts.
• Handle payroll taxes, sales taxes, and other local taxes.
• Maintain payroll information by collecting, calculating, and entering data.
• Process payroll for multiple client companies.
• Manage employee benefits, taxes, and payments.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies by gathering and analyzing information.
• Utilize QuickBooks for various accounting tasks, including:
• General Ledger (GL) accounts
• Accounts Receivable (A/R), Accounts Payable (A/P)
• Journal entries and adjustments
• Purchase orders (PO) and invoice processing
• Credit card and bank reconciliations
• Month-end reporting and closing process
• Quarterly sales tax filings
• Vendor and customer account maintenance
• Apply knowledge of the Internal Revenue Code and tax regulations to address client issues.

Audit Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate, and participate in audits, reviews, and compilations of financial statements based on US GAAP/GAAS.
• Inspect client accounting systems for efficiency and compliance with accepted procedures.
• Examine schedules for accounts, including bank reconciliations, depreciation schedules, contracts, amortization, prepaid/accrued expenses, and aging reports.
• Assess client risk management and financial reporting.
• Prepare detailed audit reports and present findings to management and corporate governance, offering recommendations for improvements.
• Evaluate internal control policies and recommend enhancements to address deficiencies.
• Audit payroll and personnel records for compliance with tax laws and insurance requirements.
• Analyze financial data to verify financial status and identify potential tax issues.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Master’s in Accounting preferred).
• CPA license or pursuing CPA designation is preferred.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), QuickBooks, Lacerte, and 1099-ETC.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluent in Mandarin Chinese (required); fluency in Taiwanese is a plus.
• We will also consider applicants with a suitable combination of education, training, and/or experience.

How to Apply: Please email your resume to mlin@harrylincpa.com and also fax a copy to (626) 810-2450. After sending your resume, kindly call our office at (626) 810-3403 to confirm receipt.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person