Sr. Accountant

Panasonic • San Diego, CA

8d

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our dynamic Finance & Accounting team. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for managing financial reporting, performing account reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger, assisting with audit preparations, and performing other accounting duties as assigned. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively, and lead a team in a fast-paced environment. Performs the following duties directly or through subordinates:

Essential Duties:
Manage and oversee daily operations of the accounting department, including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations.
Prepare and analyze financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP. Conduct month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
Coordinate and support external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations. Provide end-of-the-month and end-of-year reports to corporate tax department for corporate tax returns.
Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective financial operations.
Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities, providing insights and recommendations for financial planning.
Monitor and analyze financial performance, identifying trends and opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
Collaborate with other departments to provide financial support and guidance for decision making.
Support the preparation of consolidation financial closing in Eva-Net and WING and prepare consolidated financial analyses. Summarizing the year-end evaluation report with HR for bonus calculation.
Maintain Up-to-date knowledge of accounting regulations and best practices. Lead and mentor direct reports. Continuously strive to improve processes.
The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. These activities will be performed according to established metrics and while adhering to 5S and Safety principles.
Participation in continuing education opportunities will be required and supported.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Three (3) years of experience leading a team.
• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) or equivalent in Accounting Finance, or related field.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, clients, public groups and/or boards of directors.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Minimum three years of supervisory experience is required.
• All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual Preferred ( English / Spanish).
• CPA Strongly Preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee daily operations of the accounting department, including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
• Conduct month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Coordinate and support external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Provide end-of-the-month and end-of-year reports to corporate tax department for corporate tax returns.
• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective financial operations.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities, providing insights and recommendations for financial planning.
• Monitor and analyze financial performance, identifying trends and opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide financial support and guidance for decision making.
• Support the preparation of consolidation financial closing in Eva-Net and WING and prepare consolidated financial analyses.
• Summarize the year-end evaluation report with HR for bonus calculation.
• Maintain Up-to-date knowledge of accounting regulations and best practices.
• Lead and mentor direct reports.
• Continuously strive to improve processes.
• These activities will be performed according to established metrics and while adhering to 5S and Safety principles.
• Participation in continuing education opportunities will be required and supported.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription plans
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting
• Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service
• Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources
• High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
• Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior