Staff Accountant in Huntington Beach, California at California Faucets

California Faucets is looking to bring on a Staff Accountant. This role is based on site in our Huntington Beach, CA facility.

What’s in it for you!

· 100% Employer-Paid Medical + Dental + Vision Insurance options for employees

· 401(K) Plan with company match

· Profit Sharing plan

· Flexible Spending Accounts

· Basic Life and AD&D/Long Term Disability

· Paid time off

· Employee referral bonus program

· Employee Assistance Program

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant will report to the Accounting Manager and be part of a small
accounting team within the Company. The position supports the day-to-day accounting
operations of the organization, with responsibilities spanning accounts receivable,
accounts payable, and general ledger activities. The candidate will be “hands-on” and
required to assist wherever needed. The position will interface with various people and
departments in the Company.

The ideal candidate is organized, is detail-oriented and embraces the Company culture,
while maintaining accurate financial records and supporting Company business
objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

General Accounting

• Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules.
• Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Assist with fixed asset tracking and capital expenditure reporting.
• Prepare sales commission calculations and customer rebate calculations for review and processing.
• Prepare financial analyses and reports as assigned.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and internal controls.
• Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned.

Accounts Receivable

• Monitor aging reports and follow up on overdue accounts.
• Review and maintain customer credit limits and creditworthiness.
• Review and process customer credit memos.
• Support monthly reporting of AR metrics and collection performance.

Accounts Payable

• Process vendor invoices accurately and timely.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors and internal departments.
• Maintain vendor master records and onboarding documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing and approval policies.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.

Experience

• 3-5 years of accounting experience with exposure in Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
• Experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close, and general ledger accounting.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• Experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment is a plus but not required.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, PivotTables, XLOOKUP, SMIFS, etc.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to use reason and exercise sound judgement.