Accounting and CFO Advisory Associate - September 2026 - San Diego

Overview

Frank, Rimerman's Accounting and CFO Advisory (ACFO) practice consists of 60 talented and team-oriented professionals. They are passionate about managing the accounting, finance and HR functions for various startups. They provide outsourced accounting, controller and CFO advisory services to early and mid-stage companies until those companies are ready to build their respective in-house teams. Our services allow entrepreneurs and startup leaders to focus on growing their businesses.

Associates will work in small teams alongside ACFO team members, gaining insight into innovative companies across a range of industries. As an Associate you will develop the technical, professional, leadership and interpersonal skills that will help you establish a successful career.

The start date for this position is early September 2026. This position will be based out of our San Diego office. In-office expectations are three days per week on average.

Responsibilities

This position supports external clients with several tasks (including but not limited to):

• Closing books monthly or quarterly
• US GAAP financial reporting
• Implementing new accounting & reporting standards, international accounting and preparing consolidated financial statements
• Accounts payable
• Bank and credit card reconciliations
• Financial systems oversight, process improvement and oversight of internal controls
• Non-income tax compliance including 1099s, sales and use tax, property tax, and Delaware tax filings
• State registrations

Associates will be expected to:

• Maintain an understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure of each client served
• Ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close and financial information
• Provide exceptional service to their teams and clients

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's and/or Master's program in business with an emphasis in accounting
• Final graduation date between December 2025 and August 2026
• Meet educational requirements for California CPA licensure prior to start date
• Minimum GPA of 3.2, with a higher major GPA preferred
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship and we do not sponsor applicants for work visas

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter and an unofficial copy of your college transcript(s) via this job posting. In your cover letter, we would appreciate learning more about your interest in Accounting & CFO Advisory and your preferred work office location. Interviews will be conducted via video call. Selected candidates will be contacted to schedule a date and time.

Frank, Rimerman is consistently recognized as "One of the Best Places to Work" by the Silicon Valley Business Journal and one of the top 20 firms in the nation by Vault Career Intelligence. We are proud to be called one of the "Best of the Best" by Inside Public Accounting. We believe that along with building your professional career, you should also have time for a life outside of work. Our culture is focused on our employees’ interests, both inside and outside the office.

The salary range for this role is $81,000 - $86,000. The pay range reflects the San Diego Area and compensation will be adjusted for each candidate based on their individual geographic location of work.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship and we do not sponsor applicants for work visas. It is our policy and intent to provide equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or medical condition as defined in state and federal laws. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.