Staff Accountant

Job Description

Salary Range: $59,000 - $71,000, pay may vary based on location.

Position Title: Staff Accountant 

Department: Accounting/Finance

Location: San Diego, CA - Hybrid Work Structure 

Employee Type: Full Time, Regular

 

ABOUT OUR STUDIO

Our headquarters is where the gaming culture and Southern California lifestyle meet, creating a vibrant work environment that epitomizes our belief that every day should be well played. Daybreak San Diego is the home of Darkpaw Games, creators of the legendary EverQuest and EverQuest II games. This is also the home of Rogue Planet Games, developer of the award-winning MMOFPS PlanetSide 2.

The perks of working at Daybreak San Diego extend well beyond the beautiful weather in this prime location. Access to the local gym, as well as on-site fitness classes, game nights, and a strong appreciation for the local craft brew scene (we even turned one of our original game servers into an on-site kegerator) are just some of the ways that make working at Daybreak (San Diego) exciting! Working here is about being part of a community.

Find out more about our studio at www.daybreakgames.com.

 

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant will play a key role in supporting the organization’s month-end close activities, daily accounting operations, and compliance requirements. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing key reconciliations, supporting tax filings, and ensuring adherence to established accounting policies and procedures. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Month-End Close & General Accounting

• Participate in month-end close activities by preparing and reconciling key balance sheet accounts, including cash, fixed assets, and accounts receivable.
• Record daily activity related to cash, customer payments, and accounts receivable transactions.
• Assist with fixed asset accounting, including additions, disposals, depreciation calculations, and preparation of rollforward schedules.
• Analyze variances between actuals and budget and prepare commentary as needed.
  
  

Compliance & Reporting

• Prepare Sales Tax and VAT filings in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Compile and organize documentation requested by external auditors during interim and year-end audit procedures.
  
  

Process Improvement & Administration

• Follow established accounting procedures and contribute ideas for process improvements as systems and workflows evolve.
• Maintain and organize electronic filing systems to ensure efficient document management and audit readiness.
• Perform special projects, ad hoc analyses, and other accounting-related duties as assigned.
• Cross-train across multiple areas of the accounting department to support team coverage and operational continuity.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Accounting.
• Strong Excel proficiency, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and other advanced functions.
• Sage Intacct experience is a strong plus.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, terminology, and best practices.
• Ability to analyze and compare data from multiple sources for accuracy and completeness.
• Demonstrated curiosity and willingness to learn, interpret accounting guidance, and apply it appropriately.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively across all levels of the organization.

 

 

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Daybreak Game Company LLC is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games. Best known for blockbuster hits and franchises such as DC Universe™ Online, PlanetSide®, EverQuest®, and Dungeons and Dragons Online®, Daybreak creates, develops, and provides compelling online entertainment for millions of gamers worldwide. We are the game publisher for Darkpaw Studios, Rogue Planet Gaming Studio, Dimensional Ink Games, and Standing Stone Games. To top it off, we are making games in three of the coolest cities in the United States: San Diego, Austin, and Boston. We make games that bring people together and build lasting communities and are totally devoted to delivering the ultimate gaming experience!