Sr. Accountant

Description We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Contract position based in Irwindale, California. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, guiding close activities, and ensuring balance sheet integrity within a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a hands-on approach to reconciliations and journal entries, and practical experience working in SAP.

Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly close activities by preparing schedules, reviewing financial data, and helping ensure timely and accurate reporting

• Prepare and post journal entries with supporting documentation while maintaining compliance with accounting policies and internal controls

• Manage general ledger activity by analyzing account balances, investigating variances, and resolving discrepancies

• Perform detailed account reconciliations to confirm accuracy, completeness, and proper classification of financial transactions

• Complete bank reconciliations and follow through on outstanding items to keep cash records current and accurate

• Support accounting operations in a manufacturing setting by monitoring financial activity tied to inventory, production, or related transactions

• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather information, clarify accounting issues, and improve the reliability of monthly reporting

• Utilize SAP to record, review, and track accounting transactions while supporting efficient financial processes Requirements • Proven experience in a senior-level accounting role with responsibility for month-end close activities

• Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entry preparation, and account reconciliation

• Hands-on experience completing bank reconciliations and researching reconciling items

• Proficiency with SAP and the ability to navigate accounting transactions and reporting functions effectively

• Background supporting accounting processes within a manufacturing environment

• Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial controls, and reporting accuracy

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify issues, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies

• Effective communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines

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