Senior Accounting Manager Forest Guan's Mushroom Commerce, CA Job Details Full-time $100,000 - $130,000 a year 3 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off 401(k) 4% Match Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Mandarin Financial close processing Staff supervision Preparation of internal financial performance reports Teamwork Team supervision Interpersonal skills Spreadsheets Intercompany reconciliation Accounting experience within food & beverage industry Team development Bachelor's degree Attention to detail GAAP Managing accounting teams Leading team collaboration initiatives Closing the books Month-end close Accounting Excel data analysis

Full Job Description Job Title:

Senior Accounting Manager Department:

Accounting Reports To:

CFO FLSA

Status:

Exempt Location:

Commerce, CA Salary:

$100,000 - $130,000 annually (based on experience and qualifications)

Position Summary:

Guan's Mushroom is seeking a hands-on Senior Accounting Manager to support our growing multi-entity operations. This role will oversee day-to-day accounting activities, financial reporting, month-end close, year-end close, inventory accounting, cash management, and process improvement initiatives while leading a small accounting team. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who is eager to learn our business, understand our current processes, and help strengthen the accounting function as the company continues to grow. This position requires someone who can work independently, manage multiple priorities, develop staff, and partner closely with operations and business leaders throughout the organization. This role is ideal for an accounting professional seeking a long-term career opportunity with growth potential in a dynamic and growing organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting & Financial Reporting Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities. Review and approve journal entries and account reconciliations. Maintain general ledger accuracy and integrity. Assist with preparation and review of monthly financial statements and management reports. Analyze financial results and investigate significant variances. Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. Multi-Entity Accounting Oversee accounting activities for multiple legal entities. Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations. Support consolidated financial reporting. Ensure consistency and accuracy across all business units. Cash Management Oversee reconciliation of multiple operating bank accounts. Monitor daily cash activity and account balances. Investigate and resolve banking discrepancies. Support cash flow reporting and analysis. Coordinate banking transactions and account administration. Inventory & Operational Accounting Oversee inventory accounting for farm and distribution operations. Review inventory reconciliations and adjustments. Support product costing, freight allocations, and operational reporting. Utilize Produce Pro reporting and transaction data to support accounting accuracy and business analysis. Work closely with operations teams to ensure inventory and financial records remain accurate. Team Leadership Supervise, mentor, and develop 3-5 accounting team members. Review staff work to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness. Assist with employee training, development, and performance management. Foster accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement within the accounting department. Process Improvement Learn current accounting and operational processes. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls. Assist in developing standardized procedures and documentation. Support reporting enhancements and system improvements. Audit & Compliance Support annual audits and tax preparation activities. Maintain supporting schedules and documentation. Assist with internal controls and compliance initiatives. Ensure adherence to company accounting policies and procedures. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with operations, sales, purchasing, and leadership teams. Support business initiatives and special projects. Build strong working relationships throughout the organization. Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 5-10 years of progressive accounting experience. Strong understanding of GAAP. Experience managing month-end close and financial reporting. Previous supervisory or team leadership experience. Strong reconciliation, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Ability to work independently with limited supervision. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated attention to detail with a commitment to producing accurate and timely financial information. Preferred Experience in produce, agriculture, food manufacturing, distribution, logistics, or other inventory-intensive industries. Multi-entity accounting experience. Experience managing multiple bank accounts. Experience with Produce Pro or similar ERP systems. CPA or CPA candidate preferred but not required. Language Skills Fluency in both English and Mandarin is required Mandarin language proficiency is highly desirable to facilitate communication with customers, vendors, and cross-functional business partners. Key Attributes for Success Hands-on leadership style. Self-motivated and proactive. Eager to learn the business and understand operational processes. Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Strong organizational and follow-through skills. Process improvement mindset. Ability to identify issues and drive solutions. Strong sense of ownership and accountability. Team-oriented and collaborative. Interested in long-term career growth and development. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. An Equal Opportunity Employer

EOE M/W/VET/DISABLED

Pay:

$100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 4% Match 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

progressive accounting: 5 years (Required) managing month-end close and financial reporting: 5 years (Required) previous supervisory or team leadership: 5 years (Required) multi-entity accounting: 5 years (Required) accounting in in produce, agriculture, or food: 5 years (Required) intercompany transactions and reconciliations: 5 years (Required)

Language:

Mandarin (Required)

Work Location:

In person