Staff Accountant

Hollandia Dairy•San Marcos, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Hollandia Dairy is seeking a Staff Accountant to join their team in San Marcos. This full-time, on-site position involves a variety of accounting duties to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, with 2-5 years of accounting experience, particularly in general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes. Experience in manufacturing, dairy, food production, or a related industry is a plus. The role requires strong knowledge of GAAP, proficiency in Excel and accounting software, and excellent analytical and organizational skills. The position is Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm, with an estimated 40+ hours per week. Employment is contingent upon the results of a post-offer background check, drug test, functional assessment, and physical.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field required.
2-5 years of accounting experience preferred.
Experience with general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software/ERP systems.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Effective organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in fast paced environments.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing, dairy, food production, or related industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaid expenses, and expense allocations in accordance with GAAP.
Perform reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
Prepare supporting schedules and account analyses for management review.
Analyze financial balances and investigate variances, identifying trends and recommending corrective actions when appropriate.
Assist with audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and supporting analyses.
Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation in accordance with company policies and audit requirements.
Reconcile banking activity and investigate outstanding transactions as needed.
Reconcile employee expense reports, corporate credit card activity, and related accounts.
Process ACH and wire transactions while ensuring compliance with internal controls.
Assist with cash management activities, including monitoring account activity and supporting cash flow reporting.
Maintain fixed asset records, capital expenditure tracking, and depreciation schedules.
Support property tax, sales and use tax filings to ensure compliance and timely filing.
Manage business licenses, permits, and related regulatory documentation.
Partner with Sales and Management teams to ensure customer pricing is accurately approved, maintained, and implemented within company systems.
Maintain financial and operational master data to support accurate reporting and transaction processing.
Provide support for accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed.
Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, strengthen internal controls, and improve reporting efficiency.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues and improve financial visibility across the organization.
Participate in system enhancements, process improvement initiatives, and special projects that support organizational growth.