Staff Accountant

California Faucets

$80K — $85K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
  • 3-5 years of accounting experience, especially in Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
  • Experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end closings.
  • Familiarity with ERP systems.
  • Strong understanding of GAAP.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules.
  • Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations.
  • Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
  • Monitor aging reports and follow up on overdue accounts.
  • Process vendor invoices accurately and timely.
  • Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency.
  • Maintain vendor master records and ensure compliance with purchasing policies.

Benefits

  • 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • 401(K) plan with company match.
  • Profit-sharing plan.
  • Flexible spending accounts.
  • Paid time off and employee referral bonus program.
Full Job Description
This role is based on site in our Huntington Beach, CA facility.

What's in it for you!
• 100% Employer-Paid Medical + Dental + Vision Insurance options for employees
• 401(K) Plan with company match
• Profit Sharing plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Life and AD&D/Long Term Disability
• Paid time off
• Employee referral bonus program
• Employee Assistance Program

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant will report to the Accounting Manager and be part of a small
accounting team within the Company. The position supports the day-to-day accounting
operations of the organization, with responsibilities spanning accounts receivable,
accounts payable, and general ledger activities. The candidate will be "hands-on" and
required to assist wherever needed. The position will interface with various people and
departments in the Company.

The ideal candidate is organized, is detail-oriented and embraces the Company culture,
while maintaining accurate financial records and supporting Company business
objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

General Accounting
  • Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules.
  • Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations.
  • Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
  • Assist with fixed asset tracking and capital expenditure reporting.
  • Prepare sales commission calculations and customer rebate calculations for review and processing.
  • Prepare financial analyses and reports as assigned.
  • Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and internal controls.
  • Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned.


Accounts Receivable
  • Monitor aging reports and follow up on overdue accounts.
  • Review and maintain customer credit limits and creditworthiness.
  • Review and process customer credit memos.
  • Support monthly reporting of AR metrics and collection performance.

Accounts Payable
  • Process vendor invoices accurately and timely.
  • Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation.
  • Resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors and internal departments.
  • Maintain vendor master records and onboarding documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with company purchasing and approval policies.


Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.

Experience
  • 3-5 years of accounting experience with exposure in Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
  • Experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close, and general ledger accounting.
  • Experience working with ERP systems.
  • Experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment is a plus but not required.


Skills and Competencies
  • Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, PivotTables, XLOOKUP, SMIFS, etc.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Ability to use reason and exercise sound judgement.


Salary Description

$80,000 to $85,000 / Yearly

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