Senior Bookkeeper & GL Specialist | Fast-Growth Food Maker

Overview We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established, growing California-based food manufacturer and wholesale artisan bakery. In operation for over 30 years, this company supplies a wide network of grocery retailers, club stores, foodservice accounts, and national brands across the United States. They recently expanded into a 60,000-square-foot production facility and are committed to continued growth. This is a hands-on, individual contributor accounting role that forms the financial backbone of the operation. You will own the full AP/AR cycle, maintain the general ledger, and drive the month-end close. You will report directly to the CFO and collaborate day-to-day with on-site operations leadership. This role is best suited to someone who thrives working independently, takes full ownership of their function, and communicates proactively with leadership. A structured handover from the outgoing incumbent is available, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to step into a fully functioning role with clear processes in place and the backing of an experienced finance leader. Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable & Receivable Manage the full AP cycle: invoice coding, approvals, vendor maintenance, weekly payment runs, and aging management. Process AR functions including invoicing, cash application, customer statements, and collections follow-up. Reconcile deposits to open items and maintain audit-ready documentation throughout. General Ledger, Close & Inventory Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules as part of the monthly close. Maintain an accurate general ledger in accordance with GAAP and prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations across all key accounts. Perform inventory reconciliations, adjustments, and variance analysis in coordination with the operations team. Reporting, Compliance & Collaboration Contribute to monthly financial reporting and provide clear variance explanations to the CFO and leadership. Support annual audit and tax preparation by organising documentation and responding to requests. Partner cross-functionally with operations, purchasing, and HR/payroll to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data. Assist with general office administration including supply and inventory ordering; handle confidential information with discretion at all times. Requirements Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. Minimum 3 to 5 years of hands-on accounting experience with full ownership of AP, AR, and general ledger functions. Solid working knowledge of GAAP including journal entries, accruals, prepaids, and fixed assets. Proficiency in QuickBooks (required) and strong Excel skills including pivot tables and lookups. Comfortable managing high transaction volumes accurately and to deadline. Strong communicator who can work independently and manage up effectively with a remote CFO. Preferred Qualifications Background in manufacturing, food production, or food service accounting. Experience supporting external audit and tax preparation. Exposure to ADP payroll systems. Spanish language proficiency a bonus. Benefits $36.00 – $43.00 per hour | $75,000 – $90,000 annually (based on standard full-time hours, exclusive of overtime) Employment type: Full-time, non-exempt (hourly) | Monday to Friday Location: On-site, West Sacramento, CA (occasional flexibility as business needs allow) Overtime: Eligible and compensated in accordance with California law Benefits: Competitive package — details provided upon interview Keller is a recruitment agency that provides services to clients ranging from startups and non profits to multinational corporations. 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