Staff Accountant

Johnson Service Group; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Johnson Service Group, Inc. is seeking a Staff Accountant for a manufacturing company in Carlsbad, CA. This direct-hire, onsite role offers a salary range of $70,000 to $75,000 based on experience.

The position supports daily accounting operations, general ledger activities, reconciliations, cash management, and month-end close. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Accounting, 2+ years of experience, ERP familiarity, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• Minimum 2 years of accounting experience.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cash reconciliations and journal entries.
• Prepare daily cash forecasts and financial reports for management.
• Manage accounts receivable, including invoicing, payments, and collections.
• Process and reconcile intercompany transactions.
• Assist with month-end close and general ledger reconciliations.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.

Skills

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

General ledger

Month-end close

Job description

Johnson Service Group, is seeking a Staff Accountant for a manufacturing company in Carlsbad, CA.

Direct Hire | Onsite | Salary range $70 - $75K based on experience

This position will support daily accounting operations, general ledger activities, account reconciliations, cash management, and month-end close. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and experience working in an ERP environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily cash reconciliations, apply customer payments, and prepare journal entries.
• Prepare daily cash forecasts and financial reports for management.
• Manage accounts receivable, including customer invoicing, payment tracking, and collections.
• Process and reconcile intercompany transactions.
• Assist with month-end close, general ledger reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and ensure compliance with SOX and internal controls.
• Prepare and reconcile California sales tax filings and payments.
• Maintain customer account information, including credit limits.
• Partner with sales and other departments to support accounting and business operations.
• Provide additional support to accounts payable and other accounting functions as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Minimum 2 years of accounting experience, including general ledger responsibilities.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including intermediate to advanced functions.
• Experience with journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with SOX compliance and internal controls.
• Experience with fixed asset accounting and intercompany transactions.
• Knowledge of California sales tax reporting.
• Experience with Salesforce or Sage Fixed Assets.

Benefits

#D800 *Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage with a no-cost plan option, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company match and profit sharing, three weeks of vacation, 11 paid holidays, a $1,000 employee referral bonus, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive training, and opportunities for career advancement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.