Senior Accounting Generalist / Accountant

Sayva Solutions, Inc.; San Juan Capistrano (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sayva Solutions, Inc. in Orange County, CA, is seeking a hands-on Staff Accountant to join a close-knit accounting team. You will oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, reconciliations and financial reporting.

This role emphasizes owning processes, collaborating with leadership, and contributing to improvements while enjoying strong work-life balance and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of hands-on accounting experience, with AP, AR, bank reconciliations, and GL.
• Familiar with accrual-based accounting and GAAP.
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP/accounting systems.
• Experience with Dynamics GP is a plus.
• Experience in distribution, manufacturing, or inventory accounting preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounts receivable activities including cash applications and collections.
• Oversee accounts payable processes including invoice entry and payments.
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Support general ledger activities, accruals, and month-end close.
• Prepare recurring financial and operational reports.
• Maintain inventory accounting records and assist with cost tracking.
• Coordinate with external accountants for audits and reporting requests.
• Partner with internal teams to ensure accurate transaction processing.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve reporting.
• Assist with additional admin and system enhancement tasks.

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Bank reconciliations

General ledger

Excel

ERP systems

GAAP

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics GP

ERP systems

Job description

About the Opportunity: We are partnering with an established, privately held distribution company seeking a hands‑on Staff Accountant to join its close-knit accounting team. This individual will oversee a variety of day‑to‑day accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, reconciliations, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate is a detail‑oriented, self‑motivated accounting professional who enjoys taking ownership of their work and contributing in a collaborative, small‑team environment. This opportunity offers exceptional work‑life balance, a stable and supportive culture, competitive compensation and benefits, and the chance to work closely with experienced leadership while contributing to future process improvements and system enhancements.

Salary Range: $75,000 – $85,000 base salary, plus additional compensation and comprehensive benefits. Please note this range is an estimate and actual pay may vary based on qualifications and experience.

Location: Orange County, CA

Responsibilities:

• Manage daily accounts receivable activities, including cash applications, customer payments, account maintenance, and collections coordination.
• Oversee accounts payable processes, including invoice entry, expense coding, vendor account management, and preparation of electronic and check payments.
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and maintain accurate financial records.
• Support general ledger accounting activities, including accruals, prepaid expenses, journal entries, and month‑end accounting procedures.
• Prepare recurring financial and operational reports
• Maintain accurate inventory accounting records and assist with cost tracking, reconciliations, and periodic tax reporting requirements.
• Coordinate with external accounting professionals and financial institutions to provide documentation for audits and reporting requests.
• Partner with internal teams to support accounting‑related operational activities and ensure accurate transaction processing.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows, enhance reporting capabilities, and improve overall process efficiency.
• Assist with additional administrative and operational responsibilities as needed, with potential involvement in future accounting system enhancements.

Qualifications:

• 3–5+ years of hands‑on accounting experience, ideally encompassing accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger activities.
• Working knowledge of accrual‑based accounting principles and general familiarity with GAAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with accounting or ERP systems.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains) or similar accounting platforms is a plus.
• Previous experience in distribution, manufacturing, inventory accounting, or another operationally focused industry is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to independently manage competing priorities.
• Resourceful and proactive approach to problem‑solving, with an interest in learning new processes and improving existing workflows.
• Ability to thrive in a smaller, team‑oriented environment and willingness to contribute beyond traditional accounting responsibilities.
• Exposure to financial reporting enhancements, process automation, or ERP implementations is a plus.
• CPA designation or previous public accounting experience is a plus but not required.