Senior Accountant: Manufacturing & Process Improvement

NorthBay Recruiter; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northbay Recruiter is partnering with a growing manufacturing company to hire a Senior Accountant. The role supports the Controller and finance team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, leading month-end close, and driving process improvements across the accounting function.

The successful candidate will manage general ledger, inventory, and reporting, while collaborating across departments to enhance efficiencies and maintain GAAP compliance.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5+ years progressive accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing or distribution.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and financial statement preparation.
• Advanced Excel and ERP experience for close and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries with supporting documentation.
• Maintain integrity of the general ledger and perform month-end close.
• Analyze account activity and prepare accruals, deferrals, and adjustments.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and prepare reconciliations.
• Support internal/external audits with schedules and documentation.
• Assist with ERP system implementations and process improvements.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel advanced

Month-end close

Financial reporting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Northbay Recruiter is partnering with a growing manufacturing company to hire a Senior Accountant. The role supports the Controller and finance team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, leading month-end close, and driving process improvements across the accounting function.

The successful candidate will manage general ledger, inventory, and reporting, while collaborating across departments to enhance efficiencies and maintain GAAP compliance.