Senior Accountant

1840 & Company; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wholesaler-distributor in pleasure products seeks a remote Senior Accountant. This role involves supervising staff accountants, ensuring compliance with financial controls, and providing strategic financial input to management. Ideal candidates will have strong accounting experience and proficiency in relevant software.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of accounting experience with increasing responsibility.
• Wholesale-distribution or audit experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end and year-end close activities, including reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly Balance Sheet and Income Statement reports.
• Supervise Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.

Skills

GAAP

QuickBooks

Microsoft Dynamics

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Finance or Business Management

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

QuickBooks

Job description

We are seeking a remote Senior Accountant to join our team for a growing wholesaler-distributor of pleasure products located inNorthern Los Angeles County. This position provides direct supervision to staff accountants and may lead orparticipate in collaborative efforts across departments or business units. The Senior Accountant ensures thatfinancial controls and reporting systems are properly implemented and utilized to manage the businesseffectively. This role also provides strategic financial input to the management team to support the long-termviability and success of the organization.

Working Hours: 8:00am 4:30pm pst (30 mins unpaid lunch break)

Key Traits:

• Ensures compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and corporate policies and procedures.
• Strong proficiency in QuickBooks, Microsoft Dynamics (NAV), and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment; a motivated self-starter who meets or exceeds goals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate and interact effectively with senior management.
• Sound judgment, financial acumen, and strategic thinking that extend beyond accounting.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform month-end and year-end close activities, including: Bank and credit card reconciliations, Journalentries, Accrual analysis, Accounts payable (A/P) and accounts receivable (A/R) reconciliations.
• Reconcile all balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.
• Prepare monthly Balance Sheet and Income Statement reports.
• Reconcile employee benefit accounts (health, dental, vision, disability insurance).
• Process bi-weekly payroll using an online timekeeping and payroll system.
• Set up new employees in the payroll system and process payments to independent contractors.
• Establish, implement, and maintain internal controls.
• Oversee and manage records and reports in compliance with GAAP.
• Direct the maintenance of general and subsidiary ledgers.
• Reconcile daily financial transactions; coordinate with banks as necessary.
• Prepare financial analyses, management presentations, and special projects as assigned.
• Review A/P aging reports and vendor payment requests to ensure timely invoice approvals.
• Deposit and post customer payments (cash and checks).
• Supervise Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.
• Maintain 1099 records and ensure timely annual distribution.
• File sales tax returns accurately and on time.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in all duties.
• Drive continuous improvement and efficiency in business processes
• Perform other special projects as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required (Finance or Business Management with a concentration inAccounting also considered).
• Minimum of 4 years of accounting experience with increasing responsibility; wholesale-distribution oraudit experience preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics (NAV) preferred.

About 1840 & Company

1840 & Company is a global leader in Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and remote talent solutions, dedicated to propelling businesses forward through our comprehensive suite of services. We specialize in connecting companies with world-class freelance professionals and delivering top-tier outsourcing services, across over 150 countries worldwide.

Our mission is to empower growth for forward-thinking businesses, seamlessly bridging any skill or resource gaps with our expertly vetted talent pool. We firmly believe in fostering an environment where exceptional individuals can achieve an optimal work-life balance, working remotely from any location, while maximizing their professional growth and earning potential.

We are headquartered in Overland Park, KS, USA with service delivery facilities in the Philippines, India, Ukraine, South Africa and Argentina. We invite you to explore the opportunities we offer and consider joining our exclusive network of global freelance talent. Visitwww.1840andco.comto learn more about us. To explore a wealth of career opportunities and find a role that suits your unique skills and aspirations, please visit our dedicated jobs portal atjobs.1840andco.com. #LI-MA1