We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a growing organization in Brea, California. This position plays a central role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting timely close activities, and delivering reliable reporting for business decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively across departments.
Responsibilities:
• Direct general ledger activities and accounts payable oversight to maintain accurate records and fully reconciled accounts.
• Lead the monthly close cycle by preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and meeting reporting deadlines.
• Partner with teams across the business to collect financial data needed for recurring reports, analysis, and management review.
• Evaluate material fluctuations in financial results and present clear explanations and insights to leadership.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests by preparing schedules, supporting documentation, and detailed account reconciliations.
• Reconcile daily cash activity, monitor banking positions, and oversee transaction flow between cash, accounts payable, and accounts receivable processes.
• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting procedures that strengthen data accuracy and accelerate reporting.
• Contribute to ad hoc finance assignments, special projects, and other analytical work as needed.• Proven experience managing month-end close activities in a senior-level accounting role.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entry preparation, and account reconciliation.
• Hands-on experience with bank reconciliations and balance sheet account analysis.
• Ability to investigate variances, interpret financial results, and communicate findings clearly.
• Experience supporting audit processes with organized schedules, work papers, and detailed documentation.
• High level of accuracy, organization, and follow-through in a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders and manage multiple priorities.