Sr. Staff Accountant

The Word & Brown Companies provided pay range This range is provided by The Word & Brown Companies. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $84,160.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from The Word & Brown Companies Human Resources Generalist @ Word & Brown Hybrid/Remote: in office 2x week & other days remote Purpose of Position: Assist in the timely and accurate accounting of company resources. Preparation of account reconciliation of company balance sheet accounts, management reports as needed and various tax preparations. Essential Functions:

• Prepare, analyze, and input journal entries to the general ledger system.
• Preparation of financial statements according to GAAP.
• Perform month end close tasks in a timely manner.
• Analyze select general ledger to ensure that accounts are in balance, fully reconciled and items contained are appropriate in terms of classification and timeliness.
• Ensure that subsidiary ledgers remain in balance with their related general ledger control accounts.
• Perform complex balance sheet account reconciliation.
• Perform loan covenant ratio calculations using financials.
• Implement new accounting procedures based on new accounting standards.
• Prepare and complete various federal, state and local filings.
• Provide support to external tax preparer in preparation of quarterly and annual tax returns and payments.
• Provide support for annual accounting audits.
• Prepare complex analytical reports as assigned.
• Perform special projects and other accounting duties as assigned.
• Lead and guide the work of others in the department, including but not limited to: general ledger posting in to the accounting system, financial transactions required, financial reports completion and analysis, government report filing completion, and other finance related duties.
• Stay current with developments, practice trends, and promulgations in the accounting profession and monitor accounting systems and recommend new or revised policies and procedures.
• Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for department.
• Recommend and administer policies and procedures.
• Hybrid attendance and punctuality are essential functions of the job.
• Perform other business tasks or functions as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Seven (7) plus years’ experience with a high volume computerized General Ledger System.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and accruals.
• Account analysis, journal entry processing experience and working knowledge of internal controls absolutely required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Highly developed PC skills, preferably in Microsoft environment.
• Emphasis on Excel, Word and Access.
• Payroll accounting experience a plus.

Educational Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or significant, equivalent experience.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to sit for extended periods of time and occasional standing and walking. Must have adequate hearing for phone work. Vision requirements include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to communicate effectively in English. Must be able to use a keyboard and other office equipment. Ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Analyst Industries Insurance Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Word & Brown Companies by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Tuition assistance Get notified when a new job is posted. Sign in to set job alerts for “Accountant” roles. Anaheim, CA $72,933.00-$80,438.00 1 month ago Orange, CA $75,000.00-$85,000.00 1 week ago Accountant - Houston, TX or Sunnyvale, CA Newport Beach, CA $104,000.00-$104,000.00 5 months ago Irvine, CA $80,000.00-$100,000.00 2 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Word & Brown Companies