We are looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Accounting Specialist to support a broad range of accounting activities in Cypress, California. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records across payables, receivables, inventory, and general ledger processes while contributing to a smooth month-end close. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, sound accounting judgment, and the ability to work across multiple functions in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Manage daily accounting tasks spanning accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory transactions, and general ledger activity to help maintain accurate and timely financial records.
- Review and process vendor invoices, employee reimbursements, credit card activity, and payment runs while addressing discrepancies and ensuring adherence to approval and documentation standards.
- Apply cash receipts, maintain customer accounts, support order-related accounting activity, and investigate billing or account variances with appropriate follow-up and correcting entries.
- Prepare journal entries, reconcile balance sheet accounts, maintain prepaid and accrual schedules, and support accurate recording of inventory-related transactions.
- Assist with monthly close activities by compiling supporting schedules, resolving reconciling items, and preparing documentation for management review and audit requests.
- Monitor aging reports, support royalty and accrual calculations, and help ensure that outstanding items are researched and cleared in a timely manner.
- Contribute to internal control practices by maintaining organized records, following segregation of duties, and supporting audit readiness through complete and accurate documentation.
- Provide backup coverage across accounting and related operational areas, participate in process documentation or system testing as needed, and identify opportunities to improve workflow efficiency.