Job Title: Senior Accountant

Job Description

As a Senior Accountant, you will provide financial analytical assistance and oversight to accounting functions under the supervision of the accounting manager/controller. You will assist in preparing consolidation packages for financial reporting and support inventory cycle count and physical inventory count procedures. Additionally, you will administer equipment inventory, ensuring proper tagging, transferring, and disposal, and conduct annual equipment inventory reconciliations.

ResponsibilitiesEnsure reconciliation of master equipment lists at year-end, including depreciation reconciliation journal entries.Prepare financial information or disclosures for the annual audit.Reconcile sub-ledgers and general ledger account balances for inventory, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and more.Conduct monthly petty cash and bank reconciliations.Reconcile inter-company transactions on a monthly and quarterly basis.Perform monthly analysis of on-hand and slow-moving inventories.Conduct cost variance and freight charge analyses.Support compliance matters such as business license renewals, sales tax filings, annual report filings, and census reporting.Provide backup and support to accounting associate positions responsible for accounts receivable and accounts payable, including reviewing AP invoice entries, AP payments, AR cash receipts, and reconciling discrepancies.Assist the accounting manager in processing all aspects of monthly close of financial records, including balance sheet reconciliations.Monitor bank accounts to maintain appropriate cash balances and initiate book transfers as needed.Coordinate various audits, including quarterly financial audits/reviews, year-end financial audits, SOX audits, and internal audits.Prepare a variety of reports as requested on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, including support in preparing consolidation packages.Essential SkillsProficiency in accounting principles and practices.Experience with general ledger reconciliation and month-end processes.Knowledge of fixed assets and balance sheet management.Strong financial reporting skills.Experience in cost accounting and audit coordination.Familiarity with SOX compliance and Sage 100 software.Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a team environment.Additional Skills & QualificationsBachelor’s Degree in Accounting with 5 years' related work experience, or equivalent experience.Proficiency in PC skills, particularly Excel.Experience with ERP systems.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.Proven experience in meeting deadlines.Overtime availability during busy periods, especially month-end close/audits.Ability to work on weekends or holidays when necessary.Demonstrated customer service focus with a positive work style.Strong written, verbal, and listening skills.Ability to think independently and use professional judgment.Self-motivated and self-directed with analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.Bilingual in English and Japanese is a plus.Work Environment

This position is on-site, with overtime as needed during month-end and year-end periods.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $40.00/hr.

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 Torrance,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 20, 2025.

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\n\nAbout 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.

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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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