We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a team in Costa Mesa, California on a Long-term Contract basis. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, guiding the monthly close cycle, and delivering meaningful reporting insights to accounting leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound judgment in reviewing financial activity, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external auditors.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the monthly close process and help ensure financial reporting is completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Prepare monthly financial statements and provide clear analytical summaries and observations to the Controller.<br>• Review and approve general ledger reconciliations to support the accuracy and completeness of account balances.<br>• Oversee reconciliation activity tied to cross-functional departments and confirm that transactions are properly reflected in the ledger.<br>• Evaluate and approve journal entries prepared by accounting staff to maintain strong financial controls.<br>• Review weekly payment runs and purchase order activity to verify accuracy, documentation, and required approvals.<br>• Support accounting operations related to receivables and partner with campus departments to ensure proper fixed asset accounting practices.<br>• Manage data flow between accounting, payroll, and other connected systems to help maintain reliable financial information.<br>• Work directly with external auditors during annual audits and assist with the preparation of organizational tax filings while ensuring adherence to internal policies and procedures.
Subcontracts Manager - Summary<br>Responsibilities: Lead sourcing, supplier selection, negotiations, and subcontract awards. Develop SOWs, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with regulatory and customer requirements.<br>Manage supplier performance, delivery, quality, cost, and risk.<br>Oversee subcontract changes, claims, disputes, and risk mitigation.<br>Perform cost/price analysis, forecasting, reporting, and audit support.<br>Maintain contract documentation, closeouts, and continuous process improvements.<br>Qualifications<br>Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, Contract Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).<br>8+ years of experience in procurement, subcontracts, sourcing, contracts, or supplier management.<br>Strong contract negotiation, supplier management, financial analysis, and cross-functional leadership skills.<br>Experience in manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or other regulated environments preferred.