Senior Accountant

Sierra Instruments; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid holidays

401(k) with employer match - immed._v

HSA

Flexible work schedules

Top-tier medical, dental, and vision

Employer-paid life insurance

Pet Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Instruments, a TASI Measurement company, is seeking a Senior Accountant to support financial planning, month-end close, and manufacturing accounting at our Monterey, CA facility. You will collaborate with Corporate Finance, Procurement, and Operations to ensure accurate reporting and meaningful insights.

Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years in accounting, strong Excel and ERP experience, and a CPA or CMA is preferred. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a team-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, month-end close, and general ledger accounting.
• Experience with financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and variance reporting.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and cost accounting principles, including inventory and standard costing.
• Strong Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to work independently and cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end close, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
• Prepare monthly financial performance analysis, including actual results versus budget, forecast, and prior year.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Analyze revenue, gross margins, cost of goods sold, operating expenses, and key financial performance indicators.
• Develop financial reports, dashboards, and management presentations to support business decisions.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, including materials, labor, overhead, and inventory variances.
• Partner with Operations and Procurement to understand manufacturing cost drivers and their financial implications.
• Support vendor onboarding, maintenance, compliance, and account reconciliations.
• Collaborate with Corporate Finance, Procurement, and Accounts Payable to resolve vendor discrepancies and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve financial processes, reporting accuracy, and internal controls.
• Support ERP enhancements, process improvements, and special projects as needed.

Skills

Excel skills

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Epicor

OneStream

Power BI

Job description

Sierra Instruments
20 Ryan Ranch Rd
Suite 209
Monterey, CA 93940, USA

• Pay or shift range: $98,000 USD to $110,000 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

Come Join Our Team:
We take pride in building quality products—and enriching the lives of those who make it possible. As a growing company, we invest in our people, our processes, and the technology that drives our success. We believe that when our team members thrive, our company thrives. We offer opportunities for career growth in a supportive, hands-on environment where your contributions make a difference every day. Most importantly, you’ll be part of a positive, team-oriented culture where autonomy is earned, hard work is rewarded, and every employee’s voice matters. Come grow with us and help shape our future!

Who We Are:

Sierra Instruments, a TASI Measurement company, has been a global pioneer in the design and manufacturing of flow instruments that you can trust. We provideaccurateand efficient solutions that control industrial processes, regulate oil and gas to minimize greenhouse gases, convert waste to energy, deliver life-saving medicine, and create silicon chips that enable advanced technology.With over 150 locations in over 50 countries, Sierra provides innovative products and services where and when needed.Being a part of TASI Measurement means having big company perks with a decentralized operating structure that enables us to remain close to our customers and their needs.

What We Offer:

• 10 paid holidays each year, vacation, sick time and volunteer time
• 401(k) with employer match - immediately vested
• HSA, pre-tax health savings program
• Flexible work schedules that promote a healthy work-life balance
• Top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

Position Summary

TASI Gas Flow is seeking a Senior Accountant to support financial planning and analysis, month-end reporting, manufacturing accounting, and vendor lifecycle management. This role will work cross-functionally with Corporate Finance, Procurement, and Operations to ensure accurate financial reporting, provide meaningful financial insights, and support continuous process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning, Analysis & Reporting

• Support month-end close, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
• Prepare monthly financial performance analysis, including actual results versus budget, forecast, and prior year.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Analyze revenue, gross margins, cost of goods sold, operating expenses, and key financial performance indicators.
• Develop financial reports, dashboards, and management presentations to support business decisions.

Manufacturing & Cost Accounting

• Analyze manufacturing costs, including materials, labor, overhead, and inventory variances.
• Support standard costing, inventory valuation, and cost of goods sold analysis.
• Partner with Operations and Procurement to understand manufacturing cost drivers and their financial implications.

Cross-Functional Support

• Support vendor onboarding, maintenance, compliance, and account reconciliations.
• Support customer and setup activities, including payment terms and master data accuracy.
• Collaborate with Corporate Finance, Procurement, and Accounts Payable to resolve vendor discrepancies and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve financial processes, reporting accuracy, and internal controls.
• Support ERP enhancements, process improvements, and special projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, month-end close, and general ledger accounting.
• Experience with financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and variance reporting.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and cost accounting principles, including inventory and standard costing.
• Strong Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to work independently and cross-functionally.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CMA certification or progress toward certification.
• Experience with Epicor, OneStream, or similar systems.
• Experience in a multi-site manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with Power BI or other reporting and analytics tools.

Physical Demands:

• Physical Demand(s): Canlift up to 25lbs,sitand stand for reasonable periods oftime.
• VisualDemands: Must be able to look at a computermonitorfor extended periods.
• Manufacturing Environment: Must be able to work in a manufacturing company, which may involve exposure to machinery, noise, and other industrial conditions.

Commitment to People and Planet:

TASI Measurement is committed to fostering a sustainable and socially responsible environment. We believe that our success is not only measured by financial gains but also by the positive impact we have on our employees, communities, and the world around us.

As part of our commitment to people, we strive to provide a supportive and inclusive workplace where every individual is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities to thrive. We prioritize the well-being, safety, and personal development of our employees, recognizing that they are the engine driving our success.

Pay Transparency:

We are committed to paying for transparency and equitable compensation practices. The compensation range for this position is $98,000-$110,000 annually depending on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and location.

In addition to base compensation, this role includes a comprehensive benefit package which may include health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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