Staff Accountant

Role Overview

• Responsible for supporting day‑to‑day accounting operations through general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, assistance with month‑end close processes, and preparation of audits.
• Provides support for financial reporting by ensuring the accuracy and completeness of accounting data.
• Assists the Director of Finance with financial statement preparation, audit documentation, and process improvements to promote accurate reporting and compliance with organizational policies.
• Move and validate data between purchasing, credit card, invoicing system, payroll and accounting systems.
• Onboarding vendors by collecting documentation, verifying completeness, and coordinating setup in the accounting system.
• Prepare and maintain assigned balance sheet account reconciliations (e.g., prepaid expenses, accrued liabilities, clearing accounts) with appropriate supporting documentation for review, and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
• Prepare routine journal entries, including accruals and reclassifications, in accordance with established schedules and accounting policies, subject to review and approval.
• Prepare schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for month-end and year-end close processes.
• Identifies and documents unusual variances or discrepancies in general ledger accounts and escalate questions or exceptions for further analysis.
• Travels to health centers at least twice a year to perform physical inventory counts.
• Support the finance department in identifying and implementing improvements that promote accurate reporting and compliance with organizational policies.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance or CFO

Requirements

• Strong working knowledge and understanding of accounting principles (GAAP).
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
• Candidate may travel within PPCCC geographic area (Thousand Oaks to San Luis Obispo)
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Valid California Driver’s license and appropriate insurance
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, and 2 years of general accounting experience; or a combination of equivalent education and work experience.
• 5 years of accounting experience preferred.

Benefits

• Pay Differential: $1.00/hour bilingual Spanish/English differential pay is offered upon passing the language assessment test.