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Daybreak Game Company LLC

Staff Accountant

Daybreak Game Company LLC, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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Make your mark at Daybreak Games and take your place in games history! Here at Daybreak, we make games that bring people together. Together we have built and introduced some of the most famed and beloved gaming franchises to millions of players worldwide including H1Z1®, DC Universe™ Online, PlanetSide®, EverQuest®, Lord of the Rings Online, & Dungeons & Dragons Online.

We are obsessed with the entire creation process Passion for play is what keeps us connected to our ever growing community. From group raiding epics in Norrath to watching our favorite streamers battle it out in a post apocalyptic landscape, we are devoted to delivering the ultimate gaming experience to our communities.

Join a team where your contributions matter! We

focus on quality, learning, opportunity, family and community.

We

will support, mentor and develop your career.

Whether you’re in games development or corporate, We’re All Heroes Here! Daybreak offers some of the best benefits in the games industry! In addition to our benefits, we offer a quite a few amazing perks that make working at Daybreak even more exciting!

Excellent Paid Time off Free Game Accounts Wellness Program Monthly Company Celebrations

Employee Assistance Program

Social & Games Clubs

Short/Long Term Disability Insurance

Life/AD&D Insurance

10 paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement program

Holiday Parties and other celebration

Employee Product Purchase Program

Company Swag & Clothing

Access to industry events and conferences

Locations SAN DIEGO Our headquarters is located in the perfect place for a "stay-cation"! Sun, sun, sun! ! Just minutes from the beaches of La Jolla and Carlsbad, home of family entertainment including: Legoland, Sea World, San Diego Zoo & Safari Park, Balboa Park, museums and tons of night life. Just 2 hours from Los Angeles, Hollywood and Disneyland and home of the San Diego Padres.

This is where you come in. Our teams are hiring and we’re looking for people who live every day well played.

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Job Description Job Description

Salary Range:

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

Position Title:

Staff Accountant

Department:

Accounting/Finance

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.

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! Find out more about our company at www.daybreakgames.com.

We invite you to get in the game with us and help us make exciting experiences!

Be Aware of Fraudulent Recruiting Activities Daybreak Game Company will never ask applicants to provide their social security numbers, date of birth, bank account information or other sensitive information in job applications. Additionally, our recruiters do not communicate with applicants through free e-mail accounts (Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or through online messaging apps (WhatsApp, Hangouts). We will never ask applicants to provide payment during the hiring process or extend an offer without conducting a phone, live video or in-person interview. Please contact Daybreak Game Company's People & Culture team at people@daybreakgames.com if you encounter a recruiter or see a job opportunity that seems suspicious.

Daybreak Game Company, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to Diversity in the workplace.

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