Senior Accountant

5.11•Costa Mesa, CA

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About The Position

5.11 is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Senior Accountant to join our Finance & Accounting team. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this role will be responsible for supporting the monthly close process, maintaining the general ledger, preparing financial analyses and reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
3–5 years of progressive accounting experience required
Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and accounting principles
Advanced analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

CPA license or active pursuit of CPA certification preferred
Public accounting experience preferred
Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare and post month-end journal entries and perform balance sheet account reconciliations, including areas such as cash, credit card receivables, payroll, prepaids, leases, fixed assets, intangibles, goodwill, and operating expenses
Support accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes
Develop, document, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to journal entries and account reconciliation processes
Research and assist with implementation of new accounting standards, policies, and procedures
Prepare financial reports, analyses, and ad hoc reporting to support business operations across Wholesale, Retail, and E-commerce channels
Analyze financial data and operating results to identify trends, variances, profitability drivers, and opportunities for improvement
Communicate financial insights, discrepancies, and budget variances to Finance leadership
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and expense management processes
Support internal and external audits and ensure compliance with SOX controls and company policies
Review Accounts Payable batches for proper GL coding and expense classification