General Accountant & Supervisor

Peterson Cat; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Generous benefits

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Peterson Holding Company is seeking a General Accountant & Supervisor in California to oversee accounting operations, inventories, and month-end closes in a heavy industrial environment. You will manage ledgers, supervise accounting staff, and partner with auditors on annual audits.

The role requires an Associate degree in business or technical field and 3+ years of full-cycle accounting experience; AS400 experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Business or technical field with at least three years of directly related full cycle accounting experience, preferably in a heavy industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and review Equipment Inventory Registers.
• Assist in month end closing, post journal entries and prepare various financial analyses and other accounting reports.
• Maintain control of general and subsidiary ledgers.
• Supervise, direct, and monitor accounting personnel including Accounting Clerks.
• Review and reconcile general ledger accounts and related reports and make adjustments.
• Update Inventory details, DBS and/or CDK as needed.
• Analyze and report Gross Profit versus prior year.
• Prepare audit work documentation and assist auditors.
• Collaborate with Senior Accountants to resolve statements and perform ad hoc analyses.

Education

Associates Degree in Business or technical field

Tools

AS400

Job description

It’s your time, make it matter.At Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 85 years, our peoples’ work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back-up power at hospitals, fire-fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Peterson, you don’t just have a career, you have a purpose.

It’s your time, make it matter.At Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 85 years, our peoples’ work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back-up power at hospitals, fire-fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Peterson, you don’t just have a career, you have a purpose.Our family-oriented environment is built on safety, winning, growth, and professional achievement. Hiring and developing exceptional people is critical to our continued success. You have high expectations too. You are exceptionally motivated, have outstanding skills, and want your work to matter.Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities at a family-owned and operated business. It’s time to use your skills and passion to do work that matters!

Job Description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Maintain and review Equipment Inventory Registers.
• Assist in the preparation of month end closing, post journal entries and prepare various financial analyses and other accounting reports.
• Maintain control of general and subsidiary ledgers.
• Supervise, direct, and monitor the work of assigned accounting personnel including but not limited to Accounting Clerks.
• Review and reconcile general ledger accounts and related reports and make necessary general ledger adjustments.
• Update Inventory detail, Dealer Business System, (DBS) and/or CDK as needed.
• Analyze and report Gross Profit compared to prior year.
• Prepare audit work documentation and assist auditors by providing required information.
• Work with Senior Accountants to resolve operating statement problems, make adjustments as needed, perform ad hoc analyses/reports.
• Perform special projects for Finance Management as needed.

Other Job Functions

• May participate in special Six Sigma projects and other processes by which the company uses to perfect its production methods.
• Keep current on developments in related accounting fields; recommend new and improved procedures and techniques where appropriate.
• Provide assistance and help solve problems related to on-line systems, to both accounting and operations personnel.

JOB SCOPE

This position serves in the capacity of the General Accountant & Supervisor. General discretion and judgment are exercised routinely in the execution of job duties. If errors in judgment or professional execution of responsibilities are made, the consequences to the department can be severe.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Manager is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of accounting personnel including but not limited to Accounting Clerks. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and implementing corrective action with employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. When work deficiencies are identified takes prompt and effective measures to correct areas needing improvement.

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS

Internal contacts consist of all levels of positions in the company from business unit leaders to entry positions. This position regularly deals with employees in exchange of information in person, writing, via telephone or by electronic transfer. Sensitivity is required in dealing with such information and decisions concerning the release or sharing of that information. External contacts may consist of labor leaders, lawyers, government representatives, employees and managers, vendors, and consultants.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, safely and in alignment with Peterson’s core values. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

Associates Degree from a fully accredited college in Business or technical school; and a minimum of three years of directly related experience in full cycle accounting, preferably in a heavy industrial environment; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• AS400 experience preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

N/A

Pay Range DOE $84,740.85 - $93,009 - $103,343

Peterson Holding Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.