$92.5k - $136.86k
and historical trends, and include the appropriate level of ambition for performanceComplete monthly activities to ensure proper accounting controls. Month-end responsibilities include accrual management, variance analys…
Finance & Accounting · San Jose, CA
Accountant jobs in San Jose, 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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$114k
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Qualifications8+ years of experience in a Financial Analyst role or equivalent analytical position.Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.5+ years of progressive FP&A or corporate fi…
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large, multi-state workforce in San Jose, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings stron…
$104.8k - $128k
The hiring range for this position in California is $104,800.00-$128,000.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region,…
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Long-term Contract position based in San Jose, California. This role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with pe…
$121.4k - $174.6k
into commercial execution and future revenue visibility.Partner with the Controller’s organization on close, accruals, commission accounting inputs, and reconciliations to ensure financial data integrity.Identify and dri…
Thanks for your interest in Oklo! We are searching for a Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting to join our team. Position Description The Senior Accountant will play a key role in supporting Oklo’s financial reporting a…
$25 - $27 per hour
Cost Accounting Assistant Location: San Jose/Sunnyvale (EPD II) Business Unit: CESBG Job Classification: Non-Exempt Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Cost Accounting Assistant to support our Cost Acc…
Thanks for your interest in Oklo! We are searching for a Senior Accountant to join our team. Position Description The Senior Accountant will be a key member of Oklo's accounting team, with primary responsibility for prep…
multiple awards from numerous publications for superior service. For more information please visit our website at The Senior Accountant, Accounts Payable, is responsible for the daily Accounts Payable function, ensuring…
$77k - $94k
purchase orders, vendor bills, sales invoices, and cash receipts. Review and record bank and credit card transactions in appropriate accounting software. Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including bank accounts, credit…
Thanks for your interest in Oklo! We are searching for a Cost Accountant to join our team. Position Description The Cost Accountant will play a key role in Oklo's accounting function, with primary responsibility over cos…
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What accountants earn in San Jose
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $37–$47 | $76k–$97k |
| Mid level | $47–$63 | $97k–$131k |
| Senior | $60–$83 | $124k–$172k |
Adjusted for the San Jose 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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Accounting Manager
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