Senior Accountant
Job Location:
Norwalk, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Posted:
18 October 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline:
15 January 2027
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare review and analyze financial statements and management reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable accounting standards.
- Perform financial and variance analysis to identify trends explain results and support business decisions.
- Oversee general ledger activities including journal entries account reconciliations and monthly and annual close processes.
- Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions to ensure transactions are processed accurately and timely.
- Assist with tax-related activities and coordinate with external advisors as needed.
- Support external audits and other financial reporting requirements.
- Maintain and strengthen internal controls to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information.
- Provide guidance and support to accounting team members including training and development.
- Help establish and improve accounting policies procedures and processes.
- Monitor cash flow and assist with maintaining appropriate liquidity.
- Stay current on accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in periodic financial reviews and communicate financial results to management.
- Assist with preparation of recurring financial reporting packages for leadership.
- Support special projects and other initiatives as needed.
- Identify opportunities to improve and automate financial processes through technology reporting tools and advanced spreadsheet capabilities.
- Contribute to ongoing process improvements designed to increase efficiency accuracy and scalability.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.
- Several years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
- Experience working with an ERP or accounting system and strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
- Exposure to financial reporting analysis and process automation tools is a plus.
- Strong understanding of GAAP and general financial reporting principles.
- Knowledge of tax and regulatory requirements.
- Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to lead mentor and collaborate with accounting team members.
- High level of professionalism integrity and discretion when handling financial information.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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