Staff Accountant
<p>A leading <strong>manufacturing and distribution company</strong> in San Marcos is seeking a highly motivated <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> to join their finance team. This position is ideal for a professional with a strong accounting foundation who enjoys working in a hands-on environment where accuracy and teamwork are key. You’ll be responsible for supporting the monthly close process, maintaining general ledger accounts, and ensuring accurate reporting for company operations and production.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries, account reconciliations, and adjustments.</li><li>Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.</li><li>Maintain and reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts.</li><li>Monitor inventory transactions and cost accounting processes.</li><li>Review vendor invoices, expense reports, and purchase orders for accuracy.</li><li>Collaborate with operations, purchasing, and production teams to ensure accurate financial data.</li><li>Assist with audits and provide documentation as needed.</li><li>Generate financial reports and analysis for management.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.</li><li>2–5 years of experience in <strong>accounting or finance</strong>, preferably in <strong>manufacturing, distribution, or industrial settings</strong>.</li><li>Strong understanding of <strong>GAAP and accrual accounting principles</strong>.</li><li>Experience with <strong>ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, or QuickBooks Enterprise)</strong>.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis).</li><li>Excellent attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.</li></ul><p><br></p>
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- San Marcos, CA
- onsite
- Temporary
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32.00 - 37.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>A leading <strong>manufacturing and distribution company</strong> in San Marcos is seeking a highly motivated <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> to join their finance team. This position is ideal for a professional with a strong accounting foundation who enjoys working in a hands-on environment where accuracy and teamwork are key. You’ll be responsible for supporting the monthly close process, maintaining general ledger accounts, and ensuring accurate reporting for company operations and production.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries, account reconciliations, and adjustments.</li><li>Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.</li><li>Maintain and reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts.</li><li>Monitor inventory transactions and cost accounting processes.</li><li>Review vendor invoices, expense reports, and purchase orders for accuracy.</li><li>Collaborate with operations, purchasing, and production teams to ensure accurate financial data.</li><li>Assist with audits and provide documentation as needed.</li><li>Generate financial reports and analysis for management.</li></ul>
- 2025-11-12T01:08:43Z