Staff Accountant

Murray Company; Cypress (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) matching

Medical coverage

Life insurance

Job summary

Murray Company, located in Cypress, CA, is seeking a Staff Accountant to ensure accuracy of the chart of accounts, general ledger transactions, and financial reporting. You will support month-end close, prepare statements, reconcile accounts, and provide insights to management for informed decisions.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and 5+ years of accounting experience, with advanced Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field.
• 5+ years of related accounting experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel.
• Previous accounting processing software or ERP experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile bank accounts & credit cards monthly.
• Analysis and reconciliation of BS and IS accounts.
• Prepare and maintain fixed asset and depreciation schedules.
• Create and input general journal entries.
• Review the annual corporate tax return prepared by outside CPA firm.
• Prepare schedules for specific expenditures; i.e., insurance, payroll, interest, etc.
• Prepare audit schedules for outside CPAs, insurance companies, and banks.
• Record pre-paid assets/accrued liabilities and book amortization/expense monthly.
• Reclass notes payable between long-term and short-term based on amortization schedules.
• Analyze & record investment activity monthly.
• Assist the CFO and Controller in special projects.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

At Murray Company, how we operate is defined by shared values that are 100 years in the making -Safety, Quality, Honesty, Hard Work and Pride of Ownership. These values have led to our company consistently being in the top 15% on ENRs Best Specialty Contractor's list. Bring your enthusiasm and unique perspective to Murray Company where you will have the opportunity to grow with us professionally, personally, and financially. Join a team that cares about helping you thrive and succeed. You'll work alongside talented colleagues while establishing lifelong friendships and making a difference in our company and the specialty contracting community. As a part of Murray Company, you'll build long-term wealth by enjoying employee-ownership, great compensation, health & wellness benefits, and matched 401(k) retirement plan.

Position Overview

The Staff Accountant supports the company's financial operations by ensuring the accuracy of the chart of accounts, general ledger transactions, and financial reporting. This position is responsible for preparing and analyzing financial statements, reconciling accounts, supporting month-end close processes, and providing financial insights to management and operational teams to drive informed business decisions.

Location: Cypress, CA 90630

Key Responsibilities

• Reconcile bank accounts & credit cards monthly.
• Analysis and reconciliation of BS and IS accounts.
• Prepare and maintain fixed asset and depreciation schedules.
• Create and input general journal entries.
• Review the annual corporate tax return prepared by outside CPA firm.
• Prepare schedules for specific expenditures; i.e., insurance, payroll, interest, etc.
• Prepare audit schedules for outside CPAs, insurance companies, and banks.
• Record pre-paid assets/accrued liabilities and book amortization/expense monthly.
• Reclass notes payable between long-term and short-term based on amortization schedules.
• Analyze & record investment activity monthly.
• Assist the CFO and Controller in special projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field.
• 5+ years of related accounting experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel.
• Previous accounting processing software or ERP experience a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must have sufficient visual acuity to read printed and digital documents.

Compensation

$75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Total Rewards

Murray Company offers a generous total rewards package to include an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) contribution annually on top of a discretionary cash bonus program. Additional benefits include a 401(k) + matching, 100% company-paid medical coverage for employee (up to 2/3 for family), company provided life insurance, optional vision and dental insurance, and more.

Work Authorization

Murray Company is not sponsoring employment-based visas at this time. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on an ongoing, permanent basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.