Staff Accountant - 036QE

About Quartus

Quartus Engineering Incorporated ( is a leading provider of engineering services and integrated hardware solutions for a wide range of clients and industries. We employ advanced computer-aided engineering tools in the areas of optics, structural, thermal, and coupled analyses. We couple our engineering analysis capabilities with design, prototype, integration and test capabilities to create solutions for our clients that are of extraordinary value.

What will you do?

As a Staff Accountant you will be a positive contributor to the Accounting and Finance team by performing many of the essential accounting duties such as customer invoicing, AR collection, AP review, payroll, journal entries, & other related duties. You will report to the Controller and work closely with other team members in meeting monthly and quarterly deadlines.

Essential Job Functions:

• Support Accounting team month-end close process


• Process customer invoices in a timely manner


• Monitor Accounts Receivable, communicate with customers & project managers as necessary


• Assist program managers as needed to track, prepare, and deliver project financial reports to customers by generating and maintaining spreadsheets of hours, costs, budgets, etc.


• Review and approve supplier invoices to ensure accuracy of transactions


• Create and post general ledger journal entries


• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts as assigned


• Payroll processing and ownership


• Prepare ad hoc analysis and reports (e.g. productivity reports, project profitability, etc.)


• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

Who is right for the job?

We are looking to hire a detail-oriented, deadline motivated, adaptable individual with a strong work ethic who enjoys working as part of a team in a corporate setting.

Location

This position is based in San Diego with a hybrid schedule.*

*The hybrid work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs including but not limited to training, performance, or other operational requirements. Any physical location change may impact future employment.

What are we looking for?

• BA/BS in finance or accounting


• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience


• Proficiency in MS Office with advanced Excel skills


• Solid communication skills at all levels within the organization


• Ability to identify and report problems and assist in their resolution


• Good interpersonal communication skills, and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships


• US Person (US Citizen or US Permanent Resident)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Paylocity or similar HRIS software experience


• SAP ByDesign experience


• Engineering and/or Manufacturing industry experience

Compensation and Benefits

Staff Accountant pay range: $28.04 - $45.82/hour*

*This range represents base pay. In addition, you may be eligible for additional benefits and compensation.

Referral eligibility: Tier 1

Quartus is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to employing a diverse workforce, including, but not limited to, minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Quartus provides comprehensive benefits including competitive salary, discretionary performance-based bonus, employee stock ownership plan, medical, dental, vision, and 401k plan with company match.