Senior Accountant

Good Food Holdings Companies•Carson, CA

15h

About The Position

The Senior Accountant is an integral member of the Accounting team, both contributing to the closing process and supporting Accounting/Finance in carrying out various responsibilities throughout the month. The Senior Accountant is expected to have a thorough understanding of the department's fundamental functions and serve as a mentor to other staff members.

Requirements

Excellent knowledge of US GAAP and willingness to research and determine the correct accounting treatment for unusual or unique transactions. Knowledge of IFRS a plus.
Must be able to effectively articulate ideas, concepts, and opinions through strong written and verbal communication across multiple levels of the organization.
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office products, including advanced skills in Excel.
Should be able to use critical thinking to research and resolve variances or unanticipated results. Must be able to work with large data sets to reconcile business activities potentially.
Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment while continuously delivering highly accurate work product.
Proactive and independent. Should not require excessive supervision to complete routine job duties.
Ability to deal pleasantly and enthusiastically with other members within the organization and work well within a team environment.
Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from a four-year university.
3-5 years’ experience in accounting with extensive expertise in month-end close, preparing journal entries, and general ledger account reconciliations.
Advanced Excel (V-Lookup, X-Lookup, Pivot Tables, IF Statements).

Nice To Haves

Experience in public accounting with a CPA preferred but not required.
Working knowledge of Oracle Fusion, PBCS Budget and Planning tool, or experience using similar ERP products is not required but preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares assigned monthly general ledger journal entries and reconciliations in areas such as Cash, Accounts Receivable, Operating Expense Accruals, and Prepayments while providing relevant support and analysis schedules.
Maintains lease accounting schedules in accordance with ASC 842.
Responsible for generating a monthly management financial reporting package for distribution to internal Operations and Executive teams.
Timely filing of periodic sales tax returns with the State of California; accrue use tax as required.
Reconciles various E-commerce business segments monthly and prepares associated journal entry adjustments as required.
Reconciles Accounts Receivable activities, ensuring all billings and payments are accurately posted—regular review of aging report and preparation of bad debt analysis.
Tracks and ensures compliance with various governmental agencies in renewing annual licenses & permits related to business operations.
Assists with preparing various quarterly review and year-end audit schedules.
Prepare various ad hoc reports and analyses as needed.
Cross-trained within other areas of the department to help provide coverage for time away from work. Assists with creating or maintaining process documentation (SOPs).
Adheres to the Company’s Financial Integrity Policy and maintains financial security and confidentiality by following internal accounting controls.