Sr. Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting activities for a growing apparel business in Anaheim, California. This position plays a key role in producing accurate financial reporting, managing close activities, and strengthening day-to-day accounting processes tied to inventory and profitability. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across operational teams.

Responsibilities:
• Direct core accounting activities across the general ledger, payables, receivables, and cash reconciliation functions to maintain accurate financial records.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing cycles, ensuring deadlines are met and results are reported with precision.
• Prepare financial statements, account schedules, and internal reporting packages that support business decision-making.
• Manage journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and bank reconciliations to improve the accuracy and completeness of the close process.
• Support accounting for inventory, cost of goods sold, purchase activity, and margin analysis within a product-driven environment.
• Work closely with operations, merchandising, and supply chain partners to improve insight into inventory movement and product-level financial performance.
• Strengthen internal controls and uphold compliance with established accounting policies, procedures, and reporting standards.
• Assist with audit preparation, budgeting support, and forecasting activities while helping guide and develop accounting team members.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of progressive accounting experience, including responsibility for key accounting processes.
• Demonstrated background in month-end close, general ledger management, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Experience completing bank reconciliations and preparing accurate supporting documentation for financial reporting.
• Knowledge of inventory accounting, cost of goods sold, gross margin analysis, and internal control practices.
• Prior experience in apparel, retail, consumer products, or another inventory-focused industry is strongly preferred.
• Strong Excel capabilities and comfort working within accounting or ERP systems.
• Effective analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to partner across departments.