Senior Accountant & Full-Charge Bookkeeper (Manufacturing)

Overview We are partnering with a long-standing, growing food manufacturing and wholesale artisan bakery based in California to identify a hands-on accounting professional. The company has been operating for more than 30 years and supplies a broad customer base that includes grocery retailers, club stores, foodservice clients, and national brands throughout the United States. The business has recently expanded into a 60,000-square-foot production facility and remains focused on continued growth. This individual contributor role is central to the company’s financial operations. The successful candidate will take ownership of the full AP/AR cycle, maintain the general ledger, and lead month-end close activities. Reporting directly to the CFO, this person will work closely with on-site operations leadership and will be expected to communicate proactively, operate independently, and take full responsibility for the accounting function. A structured transition with the outgoing incumbent is available, making this a strong opportunity for someone who is looking to step into an established role with defined processes and the support of an experienced finance leader. Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable & Receivable Reconcile deposits against open items and maintain documentation that is accurate and audit-ready. Oversee the full AP process, including invoice coding, approvals, vendor maintenance, weekly payment runs, and aging management. Handle AR activities, including invoicing, cash application, customer statements, and follow-up on collections. General Ledger, Close & Inventory Carry out inventory reconciliations, adjustments, and variance analysis in partnership with the operations team. Maintain an accurate general ledger in line with GAAP and prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations across key accounts. Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules as part of the monthly close process. Reporting, Compliance & Collaboration Work cross-functionally with operations, purchasing, and HR/payroll to support the accuracy and completeness of financial data. Assist with annual audit and tax preparation by organizing documentation and responding to information requests. Support monthly financial reporting and provide clear variance explanations to the CFO and leadership team. Assist with general office administration, including supply and inventory ordering, while handling confidential information with appropriate discretion. Requirements Required Qualifications Proficiency in QuickBooks is required, along with strong Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookups. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. Strong understanding of GAAP, including journal entries, accruals, prepaids, and fixed assets. Comfortable working with high transaction volumes while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines. Minimum of 3 to 5 years of hands-on accounting experience with full ownership of AP, AR, and general ledger responsibilities. Strong communicator who can work independently and manage upward effectively with a remote CFO. Preferred Qualifications Exposure to ADP payroll systems. Background in manufacturing, food production, or food service accounting. Spanish language proficiency is a plus. Experience supporting external audit and tax preparation. 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. Keller emphasizes ethical search processes, attentive candidate care, and leadership placements that support long-term client outcomes. 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