Senior Accounting & Payroll Leader (CA Payroll)

ProGuard Security Services; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ProGuard Security Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced, hands-on Senior Accounting & Payroll Manager to oversee daily accounting operations, financial reporting, and weekly payroll processing for approximately 900 employees.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting skills, extensive California payroll experience, and the ability to independently manage financial reporting and payroll functions in a fast-paced, labor-intensive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong experience managing payroll for a large, multi-location workforce.
• Demonstrated experience independently preparing financial statements and managing month-end closing.
• Thorough understanding of general ledger accounting, accruals, and financial reconciliations.
• Strong knowledge of California payroll regulations and wage and hour requirements.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations and maintain the general ledger.
• Independently manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Monitor financial transactions and ensure accurate recording and reporting.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis.
• Support financial audits, insurance audits, and tax compliance.
• Prepare financial schedules and management reports for CFO review.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls.

Skills

Payroll management

GAAP accounting

Month-end closing

Excel skills

California payroll

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Audit support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

ADP

Belfry

Job description

ProGuard Security Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced, hands-on Senior Accounting & Payroll Manager to oversee daily accounting operations, financial reporting, and weekly payroll processing for approximately 900 employees.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting skills, extensive California payroll experience, and the ability to independently manage financial reporting and payroll functions in a fast-paced, labor-intensive environment.