Staff Accountant

California Faucets; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health insurance

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life & AD&D / LTD

Paid time off

Referral bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

California Faucets is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our on-site team at the Huntington Beach, CA facility. You will support day-to-day accounting, including AR, AP, and general ledger activities, and work closely with a small accounting team.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and capable of interfacing with multiple departments while maintaining accurate financial records to support company objectives. This is an on-site, full-time position in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• 3–5 years accounting experience with AR/AP exposure.
• Experience with account reconciliations and month-end close.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Manufacturing or distribution experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and schedules.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support month-end and year-end closing.
• Assist with fixed asset tracking and capex reporting.
• Prepare sales commissions and customer rebates calculations.
• Prepare financial analyses and reports.
• Participate in process improvement and internal controls.
• Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned.
• Monitor aging AR and follow up on overdue accounts.
• Review customer credit limits and memos.
• Process vendor invoices and match to POs.
• Maintain vendor master records and onboarding docs.
• Ensure compliance with purchasing policies.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

What’s in it for you!

• 100% Employer-Paid Medical + Dental + Vision Insurance options for employees
• 401(K) Plan with company match
• Profit Sharing plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Life and AD&D/Long Term Disability
• Paid time off
• Employee referral bonus program
• Employee Assistance Program

Position Summary

California Faucets is looking to bring on a Staff Accountant. This role is based on site in our Huntington Beach, CA facility.

The Staff Accountant will report to the Accounting Manager and be part of a small
accounting team within the Company. The position supports the day-to-day accounting
operations of the organization, with responsibilities spanning accounts receivable,
accounts payable, and general ledger activities. The candidate will be “hands-on” and
required to assist wherever needed. The position will interface with various people and
departments in the Company.

The ideal candidate is organized, is detail-oriented and embraces the Company culture, while maintaining accurate financial records and supporting Company business objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

General Accounting

• Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules.
• Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Assist with fixed asset tracking and capital expenditure reporting.
• Prepare sales commission calculations and customer rebate calculations for review and processing.
• Prepare financial analyses and reports as assigned.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and internal controls.
• Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned.

Accounts Receivable

• Monitor aging reports and follow up on overdue accounts.
• Review and maintain customer credit limits and creditworthiness.
• Review and process customer credit memos.
• Support monthly reporting of AR metrics and collection performance.

Accounts Payable

• Process vendor invoices accurately and timely.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors and internal departments.
• Maintain vendor master records and onboarding documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing and approval policies.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.

Experience

• 3-5 years of accounting experience with exposure in Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
• Experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close, and general ledger accounting.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• Experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment is a plus but not required.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, PivotTables, XLOOKUP, SMIFS, etc.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to use reason and exercise sound judgement.