Accountant

Southland Industries; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with 50% company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Life and disability insurance

Pre-tax flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal‑

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Southland Industries, based in San Diego, CA, seeks an Accountant to manage essential financial recordkeeping, including posting transactions, reconciling accounts, and ensuring GAAP compliance. The role emphasizes accuracy, deadlines, and cross-training within finance teams.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's in accounting or finance with 3–5 years of accounting experience, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in MS Office; effective communication and confidentiality are essential in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience preferred
• 3–5 years of accounting experience preferred
• Basic accounting knowledge
• Strong organization skills with high level of attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
• Able to analyze and resolve basic issues
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Computer proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Able to remain flexible in a rapidly changing environment

Responsibilities

• Process assigned financial transactions accurately and timely (AP/AR or payroll)
• Conduct regular account reconciliations
• Research and resolve straightforward discrepancies; escalate complex issues
• Ensure compliance with state/federal laws and GAAP
• Respond to internal/external inquiries and provide instructions as needed
• Cross-train in other accounting areas to broaden knowledge

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Deadline driven

Discretion/confidentiality

Analytical thinking

Adaptability

Basic accounting knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Position Summary

The Accountant is primarily responsible for the fundamental aspects of Southland’s financial recordkeeping including recording financial transactions, managing accounts and account reconciliation, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

Position Details

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of assigned financial transactions which may include accounts payable, accounts receivable or payroll.


• Conduct regular account reconciliation for assigned area to assure accuracy of records.


• Research and resolve straightforward accounting discrepancies and irregularities in a timely manner. Elevate more complex issues for resolution.


• Follow appropriate policies and procedures to ensure that Southland maintains compliance with all state and federal laws as well as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.


• Respond to internal and external customer inquiries in a timely manner. Provide individual instruction as needed to ensure users understand processes related to their financial transactions.


• Cross-trains in other areas to broaden knowledge of Southland accounting and financial processes and systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience preferred


• 3-5 years of accounting experience preferred


• Basic accounting knowledge


• Strong organization skills with high level of attention to detail


• Effective written and verbal communication skills


• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure


• Able to analyze and resolve basic issues


• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion


• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with intermediate to expert level ability to utilize MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. required


• Able to remain flexible in a rapidly changing environment

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)


• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability


• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance


• Disability income protection insurance


• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)


• Paid parental leave


• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time


• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses


• Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, join our dynamic team.

To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities (https://southlandind.foleon.com/experienced-professionals/brochure/), follow us on social media (https://www.linkedin.com/company/22132/?trk=tyah), and check out our website (https://southlandind.com/).

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Pay: Final pay is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For California this ranges from $61,736.00 - $78,573.00 plus annual incentive, benefits, and retirement program as outlined above.

Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement : Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).