Accounting Manager: Lead Financial Close & Controls

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

Job summary

Teledyne Relays, a Teledyne Technologies Incorporated unit in Southern California, seeks an Accounting Manager to oversee the accounting department, including GL, journal entries, and reconciliations. The role requires leadership of a small team and collaboration with cross‑functional partners.

Join a company with a long history of accuracy, compliance, and process improvement, and help ensure robust financial reporting across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 4+ years of accounting experience 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.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience presenting to senior stakeholders.

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.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Leadership experience

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Financial reporting software

Job description

Teledyne Relays, a Teledyne Technologies Incorporated unit in Southern California, seeks an Accounting Manager to oversee the accounting department, including GL, journal entries, and reconciliations. The role requires leadership of a small team and collaboration with cross‑functional partners.

Join a company with a long history of accuracy, compliance, and process improvement, and help ensure robust financial reporting across the organization.