Senior Accountant: Close, GAAP Reporting & Audits

Astrophysics Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401K with 4% employer match

11 paid holidays and 10 PTO days

Fridays - donuts and company luncheons

Job summary

Astrophysics Inc. is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our headquarters in City of Industry, CA. The Senior Accountant will oversee key accounting functions, coordinate monthly close, and support audits, budgeting, and process improvements.

Responsibilities include reconciliations, journal entries, fixed asset accounting, and inventory control, ensuring accuracy and timeliness under US GAAP. Strong Excel skills and ERP experience are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of accounting experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to research discrepancies and solve problems.
• Exceptional Excel and MS Office skills.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with cross-department diplomacy.
• International accounting exposure and IT knowledge a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Maintain monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including intercompany accounts.
• Prepare and record journal entries and financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
• Oversee AP, AR, and Staff Accountant activities.
• Administer fixed asset accounting and internal controls.
• Maintain inventory standard costs and coordinate cycle counts.
• Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and schedules for management.
• Support audits, budgeting, and financial analysis.
• Assist with special projects as directed by the Controller.
• Comply with security policy and protect confidential information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Astrophysics Inc. is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our headquarters in City of Industry, CA. The Senior Accountant will oversee key accounting functions, coordinate monthly close, and support audits, budgeting, and process improvements.

Responsibilities include reconciliations, journal entries, fixed asset accounting, and inventory control, ensuring accuracy and timeliness under US GAAP. Strong Excel skills and ERP experience are essential for success.