Senior Accountant - Manufacturing GAAP Close & Costing

Ledgent Finance & Accounting; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent Finance & Accounting in Irvine, CA is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the accounting team onsite. The role covers financial reporting, month-end close, audit support, cost analysis, and process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, GAAP knowledge, and ERP/Excel proficiency to support product costing and inventory valuation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience managing month-end close and preparing financial statements.
• Strong external audit experience and auditor collaboration.
• Manufacturing, distribution, or inventory-based accounting experience required.
• Solid understanding of GAAP, cost accounting principles, and inventory valuation.
• Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas, data analysis, and reporting.
• Experience with QuickBooks Online preferred; ERP experience a plus.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely financial reporting.
• Prepare and review reconciliations (cash, A/R, A/P, and other balance sheet accounts).
• Coordinate and assist with external audit activities, including schedules and documentation.
• Perform cost accounting and inventory analysis with operations for accurate product costing.
• Prepare GAAP financial statements and provide variance analysis to management.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls, procedures, and compliance initiatives.
• Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Finance and other departments on initiatives.
• Support ERP enhancements, automation, and financial reporting improvements.
• Assist with special projects and cross-unit accounting support.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

QuickBooks Online

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Ledgent Finance & Accounting in Irvine, CA is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the accounting team onsite. The role covers financial reporting, month-end close, audit support, cost analysis, and process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, GAAP knowledge, and ERP/Excel proficiency to support product costing and inventory valuation.