Senior Accountant

Gilder Search Group; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking a Senior Accountant to uphold the financial integrity of a growing automotive distribution and retail organization. You will lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, ensure timely financial reporting, and collaborate with operations to drive performance.

The role emphasizes ownership, continuous improvement, and mentoring accounting staff while supporting audits, GAAP compliance, and strategic initiatives that impact the bottom line.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience managing month-end close and general ledger accounting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes while ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger activity.
• Analyze financial results, investigate variances, and provide recommendations to improve financial performance.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Support external audits, tax reporting, and compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Partner with operational leaders to improve accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting efficiency.
• Mentor and provide guidance to accounting staff while supporting departmental initiatives and special projects.

Skills

5+ years accounting experience

GAAP knowledge

Excel skills

Month-end close

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

As a Senior Accountant, you\'ll play a pivotal role in maintaining the financial integrity of a growing automotive distribution and retail organization. This position goes beyond day-to-day accounting you\'ll help strengthen financial reporting, improve processes, and provide the accurate financial information leadership depends on to make informed business decisions.

If you\'re an experienced accounting professional who enjoys ownership, continuous improvement, and partnering with operations, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while growing your career within a stable, established company.

Our client is a privately held organization serving the automotive industry through wholesale distribution and a network of retail tire service centers. The company values accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, offering accounting professionals the opportunity to contribute directly to business performance and long-term growth.

In this role, you will...

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes while ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger activity.
• Analyze financial results, investigate variances, and provide recommendations to improve financial performance.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Support external audits, tax reporting, and compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Partner with operational leaders to improve accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting efficiency.
• Mentor and provide guidance to accounting staff while supporting departmental initiatives and special projects.

What We\'re Looking For

• Bachelor\'s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience managing month-end close and general ledger accounting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.

If you\'re a Senior Accountant looking to contribute beyond the general ledger and play a meaningful role in a growing business, we\'d welcome a confidential conversation to discuss this opportunity.