Accounting Manager

Teledyne Technologies; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Teledyne Relays, a Teledyne Technologies business unit, is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead the accounting department in a fast-paced Southern California environment. You will oversee the general ledger, journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close, while coordinating with cross-functional teams to improve financial operations.

You will manage a small team, ensure US GAAP compliance, maintain internal controls, and drive timely financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 4+ years of accounting experience including 2+ years in supervision.
• Advanced Excel skills (LOOKUP, pivot tables).
• Strong US GAAP knowledge and financial reporting.
• Experience with ERP and financial reporting software.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting functions: AP, AR, and GL.
• Maintain fixed asset register and depreciation entries.
• Lead month/quarter/year-end close processes.
• Prepare and file periodic tax returns.
• Improve internal controls and accounting processes.
• Develop and coach a small team of direct reports.
• Perform ad hoc analyses as needed.

Skills

Excel (Advanced)

US GAAP

Financial reporting

Leadership / supervision

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting software

Job description

Be visionary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

Teledyne Relays (a business unit of Teledyne Defense Electronics, LLC), is a manufacturer of Electromechanical Relays, Solid State Relays, Power Controllers, RF COAX Switches and RF Matrix switching systems. The primary manufacturing facilities are located in the United States. We are a vertically orientated manufacturing and design company with major operations in Southern California.

Teledyne Relays’ mission, vision, and value statements have never really changed in principle since 1963. Dedication to every employee and client’s success; Innovation that matters - for our company and for the world; Trust and personal responsibility in all relationships – Teledyne Relays is EveryWhereYouLook!

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Accounting Manager to join our finance industry team. As Accounting Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the accounting department, including general ledger, journal entries, and reconciliations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable and general ledger functions.

• Maintain fixed asset register and prepare monthly depreciation journal entries

• Participate in month/quarter/year-end close processes, including preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.

• File periodic tax returns (Sales and Use, Unsecured property)

• Evaluate, document and improve internal controls and accounting processes

• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements that enhance financial operations

• Develop and coach small team of direct reports inclusive of employee reviews, goal setting and training.

• Perform ad hoc reviews and analysis, as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

• 4+ years of experience in accounting, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (LOOKUP, pivot tables).

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting standards

• Experience with ERP/accounting systems and financial reporting software.

• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience presenting to senior stakeholders.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Teledyne Relays requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check and pass a drug screen prior to employment.

Due to the type of work at the facility and certain access restrictions, successful applicants must be a "US Person" (US Citizens, US Nationals, lawful permanent residents, asylees or refugees).

Please note the salary range posted is a general guideline for this job level and location. When extending an offer, a variety of factors are considered such as responsibilities of the position, relevant education and experience, certifications, knowledge and skills.

Salary Range:

$96,600.00-$128,800.000

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne conducts background checks on qualified applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, education verification, employment history and verification, criminal convictions, Motor Vehicle Report (MVR & driving history), reference check, credit checks/credit history and drug testing. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.