Manufacturing company looking for a strong Staff Accountant!

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or any other related field of study

3+ years experience within accounting

Experience with month-end, journal entries, and reconciliation

Experience with mid to large ERP systems

Manufacturing experience preferred

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing month-end journal entries, reconciliation schedules, and cost accounting processes. Additionally, the Staff Accountant will collaborate with various departments to ensure the accuracy of financial records and meet quality management objectives.

Responsibilities include:

Key and post month-end journal entries and reconciliation schedules.Reconcile all asset and liability accounts accurately.Collaborate with production, purchasing, quality, and higher-level management to achieve assigned goals.Ensure timely completion of daily inventory cycle counts for all locations and verify the accuracy of reported counts.Analyze changes in goods or services to determine their impact on costs.Conduct monthly inventory test counts for work in process (WIP).Verify inventory cost records (material, labor, outside processing) using random sampling and correct variances.Perform inventory-related month-end close activities related to cost accounting processes.Collect and analyze data on labor performance, historical labor patterns, month-end inventory patterns, and delivery performance to identify trends and ensure adherence to cost accounting controls.Assist the Controller in preparing monthly operating and financial cost reports, providing analyses, identifying problem areas, and recommending solutions.Verify cost accounting and statistical data for cost analysis and maintain the organization's cost accounting system, documents, and records.Prepare and complete internal cost audits.Comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for financial statements.Log detailed records of analyzed data.Analyze manufacturing costs and prepare regular reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs.Estimate costs for new and proposed products.Provide management with reports comparing factors that affect product or service prices and profitability.Manage the company's balance sheet and accounting books.Assist in audits and general ledger preparation.Conduct physical inventories and monitor the cycle count program.Undertake various ad-hoc projects as determined by the Controller.Prepare state and local forms, including Sales Tax, Property, Business, Environmental, Census, and Year-End 1099s.Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $80000.00/yr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Placentia,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 2025.

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\n \n About Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

\n Diversity, Equity & Inclusion\n

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

\n Hiring diverse talent\n Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection\n Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes\n Ensuring growth opportunities for our people\n

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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