Staff Accountant

MYGRANT GLASS COMPANY•Hayward, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant maintains complete and accurate financial records by recording transactions, reconciling accounts, assisting with financial statements, and supporting compliance with generally accepted accounting principles. The role participates in month-end, quarterly, and annual close processes, with a primary focus on recording and reconciling cash, calculating and processing customer rebates, prepaid expenses, corporate insurance and taxes, accrued payroll and benefits, and sales and use taxes. The position also coordinates compliance-related activities with branch locations, including business license applications and renewals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
Strong analytical and mathematical abilities, with exceptional attention to detail.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage and maintain large volumes of financial data and records.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines effectively.
Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present financial information clearly and concisely.
Ability to read, interpret, and analyze financial statements and reports.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills required.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of professional experience in accounting or a related field.
Experience with general ledger accounting systems in a software-intensive environment.

Responsibilities

Participate in month-end close by preparing assigned journal entries for areas such as cash, payroll, benefits, and insurance, and investigate unexpected or unusual transactions.
Reconcile assigned general ledger accounts, research unusual or unknown balances, and resolve discrepancies.
Prepare and calculate sales and use tax filings for multiple states and jurisdictions, facilitate timely payments, and research and register the Company in new tax jurisdictions as needed.
Process and reconcile customer rebates to support accurate financial reporting and accounting compliance.
Register and maintain Company business licenses, fire permits, and other required compliance items, and ensure periodic filings and payments are completed on time.
Coordinate with branch locations to obtain licenses and permits and maintain compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Facilitate and manage processing of corporate tax payments.
Assist with compliance-related audits, including annual external, financial, sales and use tax, and business property tax audits.
Support finance team members and internal business partners on projects such as budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
Cross-train on regular duties with other accounting team members to support a high-volume department.
Follow standards and protocols to protect the security and confidentiality of financial records.
Perform other tasks as assigned.