Accountant I

Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to support revenue accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close activities.

Kforce has a client that is seeking an Accountant I in San Francisco, CA. Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to support revenue accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close activities. This role is responsible for reviewing revenue-related transactions, maintaining accurate accounting records, supporting financial reporting requirements, and ensuring compliance with accounting policies and revenue recognition standards. The ideal candidate has a strong accounting foundation, experience working with financial systems, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities:

• Review contracts, orders, and financial documentation to ensure accurate accounting treatment
• Support revenue accounting and revenue recognition activities
• Prepare and post journal entries and account adjustments
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities
• Analyze financial transactions and ensure compliance with accounting policies
• Assist with financial reporting, variance analysis, and management reporting
• Review and validate accounting data for accuracy and completeness
• Maintain accounting records and supporting documentation
• Support internal and external audits by providing required schedules and documentation
• Collaborate with Finance, Operations, Sales, and Accounting teams to resolve issues and improve processes
• Assist with special projects and process improvement initiatives

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2+ years of accounting experience
• Experience with Oracle or a major ERP system
• Experience reviewing contracts and financial documentation
• Understanding of accounting principles and revenue recognition concepts
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Preferred Qualifications:

• Revenue accounting experience
• Advertising, media, or digital revenue experience
• Salesforce experience
• Experience with Operative One or similar business systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy

Key Competencies:

• Accounting
• Revenue Recognition
• Financial Reporting
• Account Reconciliations
• Month-End Close
• Oracle ERP
• Microsoft Excel
• Financial Analysis
• Contract Review
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Cross-Functional Collaboration