Junior Accountant

SOMACIS INC; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Program

Life & AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Life

Long Term Disability

Health Savings Account

PTO Program

Referral Program

Education Reimbursement

Company Holidays

Job summary

SOMACIS, Inc. is hiring a Junior Accountant in Poway, CA to support Accounts Receivable primarily, with assistance in Accounts Payable and general accounting duties. The role suits individuals who enjoy working with numbers and building a career in manufacturing accounting.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of accounting experience, a degree in accounting/finance, and strong Excel and ERP skills. This full-time position offers growth in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or currently pursuing).
• 1–2 years of accounting, bookkeeping, AP, or AR experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ability to learn ERP systems quickly.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and confidentiality.
• Team-oriented mindset with willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Receivable (Primary): Prepare and issue customer invoices.
• Apply customer payments and maintain AR records; monitor aging and assist collections.
• Research and resolve customer payment discrepancies; reconcile accounts.
• Process credit memos and assist with month-end AR close.
• Accounts Payable (Secondary): Match invoices to POs and receiving docs; assist weekly payments.
• General Accounting: prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and maintain docs.
• Support month-end and year-end close; assist audits; prepare Excel reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

ERP systems

Written and verbal communication

Analytical and problem solving

Multitasking

Team player

Confidentiality

Self-motivated

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

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Junior Accountant

Full Time Poway, CA, US

Salary Range: $58,000.00 To $80,000.00 Annually

SOMACIS, Inc. – Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer for 50+ years

Company Overview:

SOMACIS, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), serving a diverse range of industries including Aerospace, Avionic, Military, Commercial, and Medical Applications. Our commitment to quality and innovation has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner and supplier of high-performance PCBs.

Position Description:

Somacis is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join our growing accounting team. This position will primarily support the Accounts Receivable function while assisting with Accounts Payable and general accounting activities. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, enjoys working with numbers, and wants to build a career in accounting within a manufacturing environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in a fast-paced accounting department with opportunities to learn.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts Receivable (Primary):

• Prepare and issue customer invoices
• Apply customer payments and maintain accurate AR records
• Monitor aging reports and assist with collections
• Research and resolve customer payment discrepancies
• Reconcile customer accounts
• Process credit memos when appropriate
• Assist with month-end AR close activities

Accounts Payable (Secondary):

• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation
• Assist with weekly payment processing

General Accounting:

• Assist with account reconciliations
• Prepare journal entries as assigned
• Maintain organized accounting documentation
• Support month-end and year-end close
• Assist with audits
• Prepare reports in Excel
• Perform other accounting duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or currently pursuing)
• 1-2 years of accounting, bookkeeping, AP, or AR experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to learn ERP systems quickly
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Team-oriented mindset
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Dependable and self-motivated

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience with SAP
• Manufacturing experience
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Understanding of basic accounting principles
• Experience working with purchase orders
• Comfortable working with large Excel spreadsheets
• Ability to communicate with customers and vendors professionally
• Experience with manufacturing or inventory environments (preferred but not required)
• 401(k) Program
• Company Sponsored Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life, Long Term Disability, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, & Critical Illness Insurance
• Option of Health Savings Account (HSA)
• PTO Program
• Referral Program
• Education Reimbursement Program
• 6 Company Holidays with an additional 3 floating holidays + incentive days

Eligibility: This position requires access to information controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be a 'U.S. Person' as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 (U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee).

Note: Job descriptions aim to provide accurate overviews of roles without exhaustive detail. They serve as reference points for fair pay considerations.

Somacis 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, age, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.