Senior Staff Accountant

Job Description - Our client in the East San Fernando Valley seeks a talented Senior Staff Accountant. Our client has created a brand-new role to enhance their accounting function.In this role, you will be performing the month-end closings of the General Ledger (G/L). The Senior Staff Accountant will also perform variance analyses, audit support, and other accounting tasks.Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, the Senior Staff Accountant will have a large role in shaping the direction of the accounting function.Job Site Status (onsite/hybrid/remote) – Our client has a hybrid work schedule (4 days/week in the office).Compensation/Benefits – Salary range is $85,000-$90,000/year.Culture and Environment - Our client has a rugged, on-site environment with great teamwork and promotional opportunities (that is why this role is open: the prior professional got promoted!).DUTIES OF THE SENIOR STAFF ACCOUNTANTGeneral Ledger (G/L) Accounting• Take ownership of month-end and quarter-end closes• Perform month-end closes within a week• Record journal entries• Estimate accruals• Perform account and bank reconciliations• Prepare monthly financial statementsInventory Accounting• Maintain accurate records of inventory transactions• Develop and maintain inventory control systems• Perform periodic physical inventories and cycle counts• Analyze inventory data and recommend solutions for inventory optimization• Create and maintain financial records and reports related to inventory• Audit and adjust inventory figuresMiscellaneous• Assist in all external audits, including working in conjunction with external auditors• Interact with other departments (Finance, Operations) on all accounting issues• Accept various other duties as neededRequiredQUALIFICATIONS OF THE SENIOR STAFF ACCOUNTANT• Bachelors in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or Finance or an equivalent major• At least three (3) years of substantive General Ledger (G/L) accounting experience, including month and quarter closesPreferred• Experience in a logistical/manufacturing/construction environmentRequiredSKILLS OF THE SENIOR STAFF ACCOUNTANTTechnical• Expert Level Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (v-lookups, pivot tables, IF Formulas)Interpersonal• Ability to meet deadlines, multi-task efficiently and cooperate with fellow professionals in various disciplines and both office and out-of-office environments• Ability to cope with people of varying temperaments• Ability to take on a substantial workload to lead the team through example• Superior time management skills• Work with minimal supervision needed• Ability to accept feedback (positive and negative) on your work without objection• Able to work in both office and manufacturing environmentsFor immediate consideration, email your resume to me in MS Word format. I will hold all inquiries in the strictest confidence.