Staff Accountant

An exciting opportunity awaits for a Staff Accountant to join a highly respected family office based in Hermosa Beach, California. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative and supportive environment, where your accounting expertise will directly contribute to the financial operations of senior leadership. As part of a knowledgeable accounting team, you will play a vital role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and supporting key business decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Staff Accountant within this esteemed family office environment, you will be entrusted with responsibilities that are central to the smooth operation of the organization's financial functions. Your day-to-day activities will involve processing accounts payable for multiple entities, preparing comprehensive cash activity schedules, reconciling general ledger accounts, and supporting critical month-end closing tasks. You will also have the opportunity to collaborate closely with both internal teams and external vendors, ensuring seamless communication and efficient workflow. By leveraging your analytical skills and attention to detail, you will contribute significantly to quarterly reporting efforts while also participating in special projects that drive continuous improvement. Success in this role requires not only technical proficiency but also a commitment to teamwork, reliability, and proactive problem-solving.

• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external vendors to ensure all requirements of the position are met with accuracy and professionalism.
• Process accounts payable transactions for domestic entities, maintaining thorough records and ensuring timely payments.
• Prepare detailed schedules that summarize cash activities and balances, providing clear insights into financial status for management review.
• Reconcile and maintain various general ledger accounts, ensuring all entries are accurate and compliant with established standards.
• Support month-end closing processes by compiling necessary documentation and assisting in the generation of quarterly reporting statements.
• Collaborate with colleagues to identify areas for improvement in financial procedures, contributing ideas that enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Assist with special projects as assigned, demonstrating adaptability and willingness to take on new challenges as they arise.
• Utilize advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel to analyze data, create reports, and support decision-making processes across the team.
• Apply knowledge of GAAP principles to ensure all accounting practices adhere to regulatory requirements and best practices.

Key Requirements:

The ideal candidate for the Staff Accountant position brings a solid track record of hands-on experience within accounting or finance environments, underpinned by formal education in these disciplines. Your familiarity with industry-standard software such as QuickBooks ensures you can hit the ground running when managing payables processes. Advanced Excel skills empower you to handle large volumes of data efficiently while producing insightful reports that inform business decisions. Your keen eye for detail means nothing escapes your notice—whether reconciling accounts or preparing schedules—and your ability to juggle multiple tasks ensures deadlines are always met. A deep understanding of GAAP principles allows you to maintain compliance across all activities. In addition, your strong organizational talents help keep workflows streamlined even during busy periods. Above all, your excellent communication skills foster positive relationships both within your immediate team and with external stakeholders.

• Demonstrated experience using QuickBooks and payables software in a professional accounting or finance setting is essential for success in this position.
• A minimum of two years’ relevant experience in accounting or finance roles provides the foundation needed for this opportunity.
• A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required to ensure you possess the necessary theoretical background.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel enables you to manage complex data sets efficiently and accurately.
• Exceptional attention to detail combined with proven ability to prioritize multiple assignments ensures deadlines are consistently met without compromising quality.
• Excellent analytical skills paired with thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) allow you to interpret financial data effectively.
• CPA certification or active candidacy is preferred as it demonstrates commitment to professional development within the field.
• Strong organizational abilities enable you to manage competing priorities while maintaining high standards of accuracy.
• Outstanding interpersonal communication skills facilitate effective collaboration with colleagues at all levels as well as external partners.

What sets this company apart:

This organization stands out as an influential player within the global investment landscape, managing billions in capital across diverse sectors including technology, services, healthcare, consumer goods, and industrials. Employees benefit from being part of an environment that champions collaboration over competition—where knowledge-sharing is encouraged at every level. The company’s commitment to professional development is evident through its support for ongoing training opportunities tailored to individual growth aspirations. Flexible working arrangements reflect an understanding of modern work-life balance needs while generous pension contributions underscore their dedication to long-term employee wellbeing. With a history of successful acquisitions spanning hundreds of businesses worldwide since 2005, joining this team means becoming part of an enterprise renowned for stability, inclusivity, and forward-thinking leadership. Here you’ll find not just a job but a community invested in your success—where every contribution is valued and every voice heard.

What's next:

If you are ready to bring your expertise and enthusiasm for accounting into an environment where your contributions truly matter, we encourage you to take the next step today!

If interested in this position, please contact Kevin Rain at +1 512 610 6274 or kevin.rain@robertwalters.com