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Finance & Accounting · San Diego, CA
Accountant jobs in San Diego, CA
Accountants record and interpret a company's financial activity. They prepare statements, reconcile accounts, close the books each month, and keep reporting in line with GAAP and tax requirements.
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non-exempt position, this role is eligible for overtime pay. ResponsibilitiesExecute full-cycle payroll tax case work for assigned accounts: process payroll runs accurately, audit pre- and post-payroll output, manage tax…
$66.71k - $100.07k
$66,712–$100,068 Controller Position Overview Harder+Company Community Research is seeking an experienced Project Accountant & Payroll Specialist to join our collaborative team of researchers, consultants, and corporate…
DescriptionAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas t…
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing finance team in San Diego, California. This role will oversee core accounting operations, support an accurate and efficient close cycle, and strengthe…
Pharma GroupContact: ApplicationsEmail: ****@*****.*** PR Range: 47.50-59.25/h DOEPosition Summary:The Senior Accounting Analyst II will provide hands-on accounting support for the ERP implementation, with primary emphas…
stakeholders.Continuous Monitoring Tools - Proficiency in implementing and utilizing continuous monitoring tools to track system performance and detect potential security breaches in real time.Job DetailsJob Type: Full-t…
$55 per hour
Senior Accounting Analyst - ERP Implementation (San Diego) Partner with us at a pioneering biotechnology leader to champion a transformative ERP implementation in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment. We are seeking a…
Are you ready to be an important team player at a thriving San Diego accounting firm? There’s an exciting opportunity to join a successful boutique firm as a part-time to full-time Terrific Tax Preparer. If you like lear…
$90k - $100k
Kratos is seeking a Financial Reporting Accountant to join the Corporate team at their San Diego location. This position is a hybrid work schedule, a combination of onsite and remote work. Kratos Defense & Security Solut…
$31.45 - $37.4 per hour
things happening with MAAC at DEFINITION Under direction, performs a full range of moderately difficult to complex professional accounting and financial analysis in the preparation and maintenance of financial records, r…
$75k - $90k
About the Position The Staff Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate accounting records, supporting timely financial close, and providing reliable financial and operational support for VetPowered and an affili…
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What accountants earn in San Diego
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $31–$40 | $65k–$83k |
| Mid level | $40–$54 | $83k–$112k |
| Senior | $51–$71 | $106k–$148k |
Adjusted for the San Diego market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
GAAPGeneral ledger accountingMonth-end closeAccount reconciliationExcel (pivot tables, lookups)QuickBooks or NetSuiteFinancial statement preparationAccruals and journal entriesAttention to detail
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through your month-end close process.
Describe the sequence you own — accruals, reconciliations, review, reporting — and your typical close timeline. Mention anything you did to shorten or clean it up.
How do you handle a reconciliation that will not balance?
Show a methodical approach: isolate the period, check common culprits like timing and duplicates, and document the resolution rather than plugging the difference.
Explain the difference between accrual and cash basis accounting.
Give the textbook distinction, then a quick example of how the same transaction lands differently under each. Keep it crisp.
Tell me about a time you found an error in the books.
Explain how you spotted it, quantified the impact, corrected it with proper entries, and what control you suggested so it would not recur.
What accounting systems have you worked in?
Name the systems and what you did in them — entries, reports, closes — not just exposure. Mention any migration or implementation experience.
How do you stay current with accounting standards?
Cite concrete habits: CPE courses, firm updates, or following FASB changes relevant to your industry. One recent standard you adapted to makes it credible.
How do you handle pressure during close or audit season?
Talk about preparation and checklists rather than heroics: reconciling throughout the month and keeping schedules audit-ready reduces the crunch.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For accountants specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State the scope of the books you managed: revenue size, entity count, or number of accounts reconciled monthly.
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Quantify close improvements, such as reducing close from ten days to six.
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Name your systems and Excel depth specifically; 'QuickBooks, NetSuite, pivot tables, XLOOKUP' beats 'proficient in Excel'.
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List CPA status or progress prominently, including exams passed if you are mid-license.
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Include one audit interaction, such as preparing PBC schedules with no material adjustments.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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