Staff Accountant - Accounts Payable

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

• Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting best practices
• Excellent time management with the ability to prioritize urgent tasks
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy, especially under time constraints
• Strong interpersonal communication skills with a collaborative attitude
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and accounting databases
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
• Experience with Sage Intacct accounting software preferred
• Familiarity with Salesforce is a plus
• Knowledge of funders, compliance, and nonprofit reporting is a plus

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to work in-office, Monday through Friday
• Must be able to transport checks to USPS/FedEx as needed (valid driver’s license required)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with tight deadlines

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• LANGUAGE SKILLS - Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common technical publications, government contracts, lea