Staff Accountant: Close, Analyze & Report Finances

Bachem Americas, Inc.; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Paid vacation and sick days

Job summary

Bachem Americas, Inc. is seeking a Staff Accountant to join the Global Function of the Finance department. You will process, analyze, reconcile and report transactions, supporting monthly closes and year-end activities.

The role requires strong accounting fundamentals and attention to detail. Ideal candidates have 2+ years in accounting/finance, solid GAAP knowledge, and communication skills suitable for cross‑functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or similar field.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in accounting/finance.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Basic computer knowledge, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to effectively organize, multitask, and work in a fast-paced, deadline driven work environment.
• Ability to communicate in a proactive and solution-focused manner, including keeping management aware of potential issues.
• Detail oriented with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems.
• Knowledge of IFRS (preferred).
• SAP experience (preferred).
• Previous public accounting experience (preferred).
• Manufacturing and or life science work experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• The accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary for an accurate accounting of the business results.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, e.g., bank, prepaid, inventory, fixed asset, payables.
• Resolve discrepancies and prepare journal entries.
• Perform financial modeling and analysis.
• Active participation in the monthly close.
• Preparation of monthly financial statements and managerial reports.
• Active participation in the year-end close process with external auditors.
• Prepare compliance and regulatory work papers and filings- income tax, sales tax.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or similar field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

Bachem Americas, Inc. is seeking a Staff Accountant to join the Global Function of the Finance department. You will process, analyze, reconcile and report transactions, supporting monthly closes and year-end activities.

The role requires strong accounting fundamentals and attention to detail. Ideal candidates have 2+ years in accounting/finance, solid GAAP knowledge, and communication skills suitable for cross‑functional collaboration.