Accountant

Accountant

Pacifico Group is a privately held investment manager focused on essential infrastructure and real assets. The group originates, finances, and operates energy and aviation platforms serving industrial, government, and digital infrastructure clients. With roots in Pacifico Energy, established in 2012 in Japan, Pacifico Group has expanded its presence across the United States, Japan, Korea, and Vietnam.

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Accountant to join our San Juan Capistrano team in a multifaceted role supporting accounting, financial administration, payroll and people support, and general operational coordination. This role may support work across Pacifico Group and affiliated entities, as well as select principal-related matters, and is well suited for someone who enjoys variety, exercises sound judgment, and thrives in an entrepreneurial environment.

This role reports directly to the CFO / Managing Director and works closely with the Executive Support / Office Manager on operational and administrative matters.

The ideal candidate is dependable, resourceful, and eager to take ownership of both financial and administrative responsibilities with professionalism, discretion, sound judgment, and strong attention to detail.

What You’ll Do

Accounting & Financial Administration

• Perform monthly reconciliations of bank accounts, general ledger accounts, and other financial records

• Ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions

• Maintain financial schedules and ledgers in compliance with company policies and procedures

• Perform intercompany reconciliations across multiple entities within Pacifico Group

• Prepare financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, as needed

• Organize tax documentation for principals, nonprofits, partnerships, and related entities, coordinating with external tax advisors as needed

• Manage principal bill pay, household staff payroll, and related credit card reconciliations

• Collect and reconcile business documentation to expense reports and credit card statements

• Organize and maintain entity documents, accounting records, and supporting files

• Assist in the development and improvement of accounting processes

• Support special projects and ad hoc requests, as needed

Payroll & People Support

• Review and reconcile benefits invoices and ensure enrollments and deductions are accurate

• Process benefits enrollments, eligibility changes, and life events in Employee Navigator

• Support payroll administration by ensuring new hires are set up correctly, employee changes are entered accurately, and benefit deductions are properly reflected

• Coordinate interview scheduling between candidates and hiring managers

• Coordinate onboarding logistics, including background checks, new hire documentation, I-9 completion, and HRIS setup

• Run payroll for household staff

Operations & Administrative Support

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support, including managing correspondence and responding to internal requests

• Coordinate logistics for on-site meetings, visitors, deliveries, and office events

• Help maintain an organized, professional work environment by monitoring supplies, coordinating with vendors or maintenance, and addressing day-to-day operational needs

• Serve as a point of contact for general administrative support, including document handling, printing, and routine coordination

• Assist with travel arrangements and other coordination needs for team members, as needed

• Handle other duties and special projects as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of accounting experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred

• Experience supporting high-net-worth individuals, principals, privately held businesses, investment platforms, or closely held entities strongly preferred

• Experience with Sage Intacct and/or BILL.com is a plus

• CPA or CPA candidate is a plus

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data management

• Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with spreadsheets and financial schedules

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

• Strong discretion and professionalism when handling confidential and sensitive financial information

• Willingness to work full-time onsite in our San Juan Capistrano office
  

Why Join Pacifico Group

This is a highly trusted role with broad exposure across accounting, payroll, people support, and operations in a dynamic and growing organization. It is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in accuracy and follow-through, and is excited to grow in an entrepreneurial environment.