Position Overview:
As a Senior Accountant, you will play a key role in managing financial processes, ensuring accurate reporting, and assisting with strategic financial planning. You will be responsible for overseeing general accounting functions, financial reporting, and supporting internal controls. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and have a strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, and account reconciliations
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records and reports
- Prepare and review detailed financial reports for management, including variance analysis, balance sheets, and income statements
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts
- Manage the year-end closing process, including coordination of audits and tax filings
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including tax filings, sales tax, and other local, state, and federal regulations
- Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior accounting staff
- Identify areas for process improvements and assist in the implementation of best practices
- Support ad-hoc financial analysis and projects as needed by management
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or CMA preferred)
- 5+ years of accounting experience, including experience in financial reporting, audit preparation, and general accounting
- Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP) and financial regulations
- Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, or similar) and advanced Excel skills
- Experience with month-end and year-end close processes
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departments
- Leadership experience or a proven ability to mentor junior staff is preferred
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.