Accounting Manager

We’re hiring an Accounting Manager at Nissin International Transport USA! Location: Gardena, CA Schedule: On-site for the first 3 months; after that, hybrid with 2 days per week on-site Compensation: $100,000 – $130,000, plus a non-discretionary bonus Status: Full-time, Exempt Reports to: Senior Accounting Manager What You’ll Do Daily Accounting Operations Oversee daily operational accounting activities, including AP, AR, billing, and transactional entries. Resolve discrepancies arising from upstream operational workflows. Liaise with Internal departments and external partners to resolve escalated issues. Monitor the timeliness and accuracy of invoice, receipt, and transaction processing. Month-End & Quarter-End Close Lead the month‑end and quarter‑end close for assigned teams. Review and approve journal entries, including accruals, adjustments, and re‑classes. Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and ensure proper documentation. Investigate variances and ensure the accuracy of the Trial Balance. Prepare close deliverables for assigned teams, including schedules and variance explanations. Conduct assigned team’s sales and cost analysis to ensure revenue and cost accuracy. Identify margin variances and investigate anomalies specific to the assigned branch/team. Partner with Operations, Sales, and IT to resolve upstream data issues. Prepare monthly analysis schedules to support close and consolidation reporting. Consolidation & Reporting Support Prepare consolidation schedules for assigned entities. Manage intercompany transactions and eliminations. Support internal and external audits by providing schedules and required documentation. Audit Oversee preparation of PBC schedule and audit support documents. Respond to auditor inquiries in a timely manner. Ensure audit requests are properly coordinated and completed. Supervise accounting staff and assigned Supervisor(s) to ensure accurate and timely daily operations. Provide coaching, guidance, and performance management for team members. Oversee workload distribution and ensure appropriate cross‑training within the team. Review work completed by staff/Supervisor(s), including reconciliations, journal entries, and operational transactions. Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and accounting standards. Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and teamwork. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Operations to validate upstream data and resolve discrepancies. Collaborate with Sales on billing accuracy, revenue flows, and customer‑related matters. Work with IT to maintain ERP data integrity, system logic, and workflow accuracy. Coordinate with Compliance to support internal control requirements and documentation standards. Support Admin and HR with payroll‑related entries and policy compliance. Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and workflow effectiveness. Other duties may be assigned by management to ensure all necessary tasks are completed. Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field. 5+ years of combined operational and GL accounting experience. 2+ years of supervisory experience. Demonstrated ownership of month-end close. Experience with sales/cost analysis. Experience with consolidation or corporate reporting of financial statements including cash flow statement. Experience with tax provision preferred. Experience with Lease accounting (ASC842) preferred. Technical Skills Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, modeling). Experience with SAP or other large ERP systems. Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal control framework, including SOX or J‑SOX requirements. CPA license or CPA candidate preferred. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. High attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Proactive, self-driven, and adaptable. Nissin International Transport USA, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr