Accounting Specialist- GL

Partner Engineering and Science•Torrance, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Partner Engineering and Science, Inc. is seeking a full-time, in-office Accounting Specialist to join our Accounting team at our Torrance headquarters. This position is designed for an individual seeking to build a long-term career in accounting, with opportunities to progress into Staff Accountant and Senior Accountant roles. The Accounting Specialist will support general ledger accounting, month-end close activities, lease administration, and U.S. federal and state tax compliance. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, highly organized, and possesses a solid understanding of accounting fundamentals, including debits, credits, and financial statement relationships. This position reports directly to the Accounting Manager.

Requirements

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
2-4 years of accounting experience
Experience supporting month-end close and account reconciliations
Strong Microsoft Excel skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred
Experience with ERP systems preferred
Exposure to lease accounting (ASC 842), tax compliance, or public accounting is a plus

Responsibilities

Monitor and manage federal, state, and local tax compliance requirements and filing deadlines.
Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for income tax, franchise tax, sales and use tax, business personal property tax, and other applicable tax filings.
Research and respond to tax notices, assessments, and correspondence from federal, state, and local taxing authorities.
Track changes in tax regulations and filing requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
Coordinate with external tax advisors and internal business partners to gather information required for tax reporting and compliance.
Maintain organized tax records, documentation, and compliance calendars.
Assist with tax audits, inquiries, and requests from regulatory agencies.
Prepare and post journal entries in accordance with company policies and U.S. GAAP.
Reconcile assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts.
Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
Analyze account activity and investigate discrepancies, variances, and unusual fluctuations.
Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for financial reporting.
Maintain accurate general ledger records and accounting documentation.
Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance accounting efficiency and internal controls.
Maintain lease accounting schedules and supporting documentation.
Track and monitor lease additions, modifications, renewals, and terminations.
Record lease accounting transactions and reconciliations in accordance with ASC 842.
Coordinate with business departments to gather lease-related information.
Assist with lease-related reporting, financial statement disclosures, and audit support.
Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation.
Support internal and external audit requests.
Assist with special projects and other accounting duties as assigned.
Perform administrative tasks necessary to support efficient accounting operations.