GL Accountant (m/f/d)

Maxon; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Maxon is seeking an experienced GL Accountant to support our finance team in Thousand Oaks, California. Responsibilities include preparing financial records, supporting month-end closings, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in accounting or finance, has over 2 years of relevant experience, and is proficient in software such as NetSuite and Salesforce. We offer a salary range of 75-85k USD annually with opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a corporate environment.
• Experience with month-end closing and tax filings for US and Canadian sales.
• Ability to work collaboratively with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain financial records, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements.
• Support the finance team with auditing and prepare financial reports.

Skills

Accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS)

NetSuite proficiency

Salesforce proficiency

Microsoft Excel

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in accounting or finance

Tools

NetSuite

Salesforce

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic GL Accountant to join our finance team. This role involves assisting with financial transactions recording, supporting the month-end closing process, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, ensuring the accuracy of financial records, and collaborating with the finance team to meet the deadline.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, including journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
• Work with the team on the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage Credit Card and receipts, and post payments in NetSuite
• Process accounts receivable, accounts payable transactions
• Support the finance team with auditing, and reconciliation tax processes
• Prepare financial reports, including Income Statement, cash flow, and balance sheets
• Collaborate with the order processing team to ensure orders are accurately managed and closed on time.
• Verify that opportunities in Salesforce are accurate before processing orders and issuing invoices.
• Performs additional duties and ad hoc projects as needed to support departmental and organizational objectives

Qualifications

• Degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS).
• Proficiency in accounting and sales software (NetSuite, Salesforce) and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with month-end closing.
• Experience with tax filings, including US and Canadian sales tax reporting and compliance
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger activities as well as bookkeeping procedures
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to be poised and polished under pressure
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams with excellent written and verbal English communication skills

Salary and Benefits

Salary Range: 75-85k USD annually

What we offer: We are part of a highly motivated international team of specialists with onboarding, mentorship, and opportunities for development. We are open to diverse applicants and encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every qualification.