STAFF ACCOUNTANT (CORPORATE DEPARTMENT) in CERRITOS, California at Ecology Auto Parts, Inc.

GENERAL LEDGER ACCOUNTANT

Department: Finance & Accounting

Location: Corporate Office – Cerritos, CA

Classification: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Reports To

Financial Planning & Analysis Director

Position Summary

Ecology Auto Parts Inc. is looking to fill a role of a GL Accountant for HQ office as we continue to grow the Finance & Accounting team. This is a fast-paced role with the opportunity to learn and develop. The GL Accountant will support the accounting department in the handling of monthly journal entries, account reconciliations (balance sheet, banking and P&L), fixed asset accounting, processing of expense reports, ad hoc reporting and audits. The successful candidate will be an inquisitive self-starter that will require high energy and a willingness to learn new responsibilities quickly. The incumbent will ensure that procedures and practices promote safety and soundness to mitigate fraud or inaccurate reporting utilizing independent judgment and expertise.

Responsibilities

· Coordinate and participate in the monthly close process including: Preparing monthly journal entries (depreciation, payroll, prepaids, etc.), completing account reconciliations and updating various monthly financial reports

· Maintain accrual schedules (Accrued Expenses, Prepaid, etc.) to complete timely recognition of revenue and expense

· Perform monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts; complete reconciliations of expense accounts for reviewing financial results

· Maintain fixed assets in the subledger by ensuring proper departmental expense and appropriate depreciation

· Set up and maintain vendor account information for Accounts Payable

· Analyze P&L to ensure accuracy and predict future results; ability to concisely explain results to leadership

· Review, audit and record employee expense reports in the general ledger

· Ability to work in multiple systems and learn new systems as processes are improved

· Prepare supporting documentation and analytical information for external auditors

· Overall focus on process improvement, challenging the status quo and creating efficiencies

· Ability to work cross functionally to solve business problems and ensuring proper accounting policies and procedures

· Prepare and file State/Local filings as required

· Passionate about documenting procedures for cross training and backfill coverage

· Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Knowledge/Critical Skills

· Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting

· CPA preferred but not required

· 1-3 years of accounting experience

· Advanced Excel skills required, including: VLOOKUP, SUMIFS and Pivot Tables

· Strong communication and organization skills

· Demonstrated time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines

· Ability to work well with a team, but can manage their workload independently

· Enthusiastic, adaptable, and see challenges as an opportunity to grow

· Experience in Sage 300 and QuickBooks would be valuable in this role

· Prior Prevailing Wage experience HIGHLY PREFERRED

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear

· Occasionally required to stand and walk

· Must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

· Some local travel may be required

Compensation

The General Ledger Accountant position offers a competitive hourly wage between $26.00 and $30.00 per year commensurate with experience, capabilities, and operational expertise.

In addition, Ecology Auto Parts Inc. provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k plan with employer matching, generous paid time off, and life insurance coverage. Final compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, leadership background, and alignment with company operational needs.

PLEASE NOTE: This job description is not exhaustive and is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Ecology Auto Parts Inc. is committed to providing a workplace and culture of respect, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. Should you have a disability or specific needs requiring accommodation, please inform us.

Thank you for your interest in opportunities with Ecology Auto Parts, Inc. We appreciate the enthusiasm and professionalism demonstrated by individuals seeking to join our team.

Please be advised that Ecology Auto Parts, Inc. does not engage with or entertain solicitations from third-party recruiting firms for our hiring needs. We have a dedicated internal recruitment team managing our talent acquisition process. We kindly request that third-party recruitment firms refrain from submitting candidates for our open positions. Ecology Auto Parts, Inc. will not consider or entertain candidates represented by headhunter agencies for our current requisitions. Our commitment to fair and equitable hiring practices includes working directly with candidates who apply through our official channels. We believe in fostering a transparent and direct relationship with potential team members.

We appreciate your understanding and compliance with this policy. If you are interested in joining Ecology Auto Parts, Inc., please visit our official careers page here: EAP, Inc. | Career Center for a list of our current job opportunities and application instructions.