Staff Accountant at Manufacturing Auto Parts Company – Oxnard, California

JOB TITLE: Staff Accountant

EMPLOYER: Company Confidential

DEPARTMENT: Finance

REPORTS TO: Corporate Controller

EFFECTIVE DATE: July 30, 2025

SUMMARY: The staff accountant will be responsible for preparing and maintaining the financial records of the organization assigned. This includes entity accounting, cost accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, and assisting with the budgeting and forecasting.

• DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform general accounting and cost accounting duties for assigned organization
• Support the month-end close process by booking all required entries in compliance with GAAP
• Develop and maintain financial and non-financial KPIs
• Ensure that all prepaids, fixed assets and accruals are booked properly and reconciled during the close process
• Ensures all financial reports are prepared in a timely and accurate manner
• Conduct variance analysis and support budget and forecast processes
• Provides management with timely reviews of the organization’s financial status and progress.
• Code invoices, set up new accounts as necessary & verify and/or completes payment of invoices associated with accounts payable and ensures payments are charged to the appropriate accounts
• Reconcile bank accounts on a weekly basis
• Maintains knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures
• Assists with company strategic planning
• Assists with special projects as required
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management
• Lead in month-end and year-end close activities, including preparing journal entries and reconciling general ledger accounts.
• Support the accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely and accurate transaction recording.
• Manage sales tax filings, commission calculations
• Prepare supporting documentation and schedules for internal and external audits.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) In Accounting, Economics or Finance
• Two to Four experience in a hands-on accounting role
• Experience in Manufacturing Accounting/Cost Accounting a plus
• Working knowledge of forecasting and financial modeling
• Ability to work with all levels of management
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage priorities and delegate effectively
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within evolving priorities
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite – Excel Query, SumIfs, Pivot Tables and Modeling

COMPETENCIES:

• Analytical--Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures
• Problem Solving--Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
• Oral Communication--Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions
• Teamwork--Balances individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback
• Strategic Thinking-- Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: (omit, add or modify as applicable)

• Occasionally/Frequently/Continually required to stand, walk & sit
• Occasionally/Frequently/Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read
  technical information, and/or use a keyboard