Staff Accountant - Accounts Payable

Job Description

Job Description

Location : Los Angeles, California

Salary : $30.29

Organization Overview

Founded in 2004, Brilliant Corners provides innovative housing and housing-related services to California’s most vulnerable individuals, with an emphasis on those transitioning from, or at risk of, homelessness or institutionalization. We develop, own, and manage multi-family supportive housing and licensed residential care homes. We implement a broad array of scattered-site, one-on-one supportive housing, and clinical case management programs through partnerships with developmental services, homeless services, veterans’ services, and health care sectors.

In short, we do good work.

We have offices statewide with a staff of passionate people. While we are growing rapidly, we are also selective : We’re seeking inspired, talented people who want to be effecting profound change and who have fun doing it.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and motivated Staff Accountant to join our dynamic Accounting / Finance team. This in-office position plays a critical role in ensuring same-day payment turnaround for high-volume vendor transactions. Most work will be program-based , requiring precision, urgency, and coordination across departments to meet tight payment deadlines.

The successful candidate will have experience in accounts payable, high-volume data entry, and issue resolution. A significant portion of the role involves processing and turning out payments daily , reviewing and coding bills accurately to specific programs and accounts, and ensuring all required documentation is in place.

This role requires being on-site five days a week , as check handling, printing, and pickup logistics are integral to daily operations. You will report to the Accounting Supervisor and collaborate closely with both internal accounting staff and broader program teams.

If you're a fast-paced, resourceful professional with a strong accounting background and thrive in a deadline-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Process high-volume accounts payable transactions through our accounting system with focus on same-day turnaround
• Accurately code invoices to appropriate programs and GL accounts
• Review supporting documentation for completeness and compliance
• Coordinate and process urgent and routine payments , including checks, ACH, and wires
• Perform daily check runs and handle urgent / same-day payments as needed
• Support check distribution logistics, including driving to USPS daily and FedEx bi-monthly
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain vendor files, including W-9 collection and setup in the system
• Post monthly accruals and complete bank reconciliations
• Support month-end close and assist in year-end audit and 1099 preparation
• Verify daily data in Salesforce and ensure accurate financial tracking
• Communicate with vendors and internal teams to resolve payment or documentation issues
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Accounting Supervisor

Requirements

Qualifications

Additional Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Core Competencies

Organizational Values

Certificates, Licenses, and Registration

A valid, clean CA driver’s license and a personal insured vehicle preferred.

Labor Union

This position is part of the OPEIU, LOCAL 30, AFL-CIO, bargaining unit. As a member of the OPEIU, LOCAL 30, AFL-CIO, the incumbent will be subject to the terms and conditions outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

Physical Requirements

Candidates should have physical mobility for tasks such as standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, twisting, and walking on uneven surfaces. They should be capable of performing stationary tasks like sitting for up to 6 to 8 hours a day. Additionally, candidates should be able to lift, carry, push, pull light to moderate weights up to 15 pounds safely. Requires mental acuity for analytical reasoning and document interpretation.

Salary range for this position is annually $30.29. This position is being offered at $30.29 per hour

Brilliant Corners does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.

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