Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Position: Accountant

Job Type: Full-time (On-site) / Temporary (6 months minimum)

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Work Location: ON-SITE

Job Description

Our client in Orange County, CA is seeking to hire a temporary Accountant for at least 6 months to take charge of the day-to-day operations of thier accounting department. You must be well-versed in all aspects of financial management ranging from simple accounting to more complicated accounting tasks. Must have a strong background in accounting, a service-oriented attitude, and experience analyzing and implementing processes.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate all accounting operational functions including daily management of accounting department, accounts payable, cash management, internal audit, financial reports, and company insurance needs.
• Manage all aspects of general ledger including analysis, reconciliations, and journal entries

• Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.

• Oversee monthly and year-end financial close process and coordinate and prepare internal and external financial statements.
• Maintains and administers filing and record retention policies and procedures to insure adequate documentation in support of tax, insurance, workers compensation, or other regulatory audits.
• Coordinates external audits for business use, personal and business property, or other taxing agencies
• Manage the Company credit card program, including authorization and issuance of credit cards, ensuring business purpose and coding of expenses are timely and accurate.
• Administer vendor file maintenance to ensure timely receipt of EIN or SSN numbers, timely issuance of tax forms (to include 1099's) at year end, and proper identification of vendors and/or transactions subject to use tax.

• Manage all insurance coverage, including liability, property, and Worker's Comp; assess any changes necessary; manage insurance broker relationships and coordinate transitions when necessary.

• Manages database of all company vehicles coordinates with company insurance carrier(s) for additions, removals, annual premiums, and policy renewals; and maintain current registration on owned vehicles.
• Serve as key liaison with corporate banking institution(s) for cash management, charge card account setup and maintenance, and issue resolution.
• Manage and perform other duties consistent with the roll of accounting professional .

Education/Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance REQUIRED and five years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• In-depth knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal regulations related to financial reporting and taxation.
• Experience with internal and external audit processes.
• High level of proficiency with technology including Microsoft Office Suite applications, customized database applications, and internet research tools.

Preferred, but not required

• Understanding of inventory management systems.
• Familiarity with best practices and lean manufacturing principles
• Direct mail, printing, personalization, packaging industry experience
• ADP Software and Payroll timekeeping

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

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