Project Accountant jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

We are a rapidly growing consumer electronics manufacturer seeking an experienced Accountant to be based in our Santa Cruz, CA HQ.  This role will be a key contributor on the finance and accounting team as we continue to grow into a global brand. Reporting to the Accounting Manager,  the ideal candidates will have 2-3  years of hands-on accounting experience with progressive responsibility. With the ability to work independently or as part of a team, we are seeking a candidate with experience implementing and maintaining best practices and procedures successfully who thrives in a quick paced setting. We offer a competitive package and provide a positive and fun work environment.

• Under the oversight of the guidance of the accounting manager, take  ownership of  daily accounting functions of the company, including: accounts payable, cash receipts, general ledger,  revenue and expenditure variance analysis,  fixed asset activity
•  Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure.  
• Serve as a key player in accurate and timely financial reporting: monthly, quarterly and year end close, monthly management reporting, general ledger reconciliation and journal entries.
• Maintain the accurate and timely processing of positive pay transactions.
• Serve as a thought partner in determining  proper handling of non-routine reporting transactions as they relate to GAAP.
• Respond to inquiries from the accounting manager, executive team, and internal managers regarding financial results, special reporting requests and ad hoc requests.
• Assist with requests from outside vendors to ensure that tax filings are completed timely and accurately for both  income and sales tax.
• Assist in development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the department.
• Collaborates with other managers to support overall goals and objectives.
• Oversee and provide training to new staff as the team grows.

• Education: 
• BA/BS in Business with an emphasis in Accounting, CPA preferred.
• Technical Skills and Prior Experience:
• Two to four  years prior experience in financial reporting and general ledger accounting.
• Proven knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices, standards, laws and regulations, including GAAP and FASB.
• Experience in a manufacturing company with complex logistics, product flows, and inventory accounting.
• Experience in establishing and maintaining complex reconciliation procedures for inventory and other balance sheet accounts.
• Must be PC proficient and able to thrive in a fast-paced setting. Experience with Xero accounting systems preferred. Must have strong experience with MS Excel/ Word.
• Ability to manipulate large amounts of data.
• Knowledge of tax regulations, including federal and state income tax and sales tax.
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines required.
• Self-starter with the ability to maintain a high level of quality output.

Interested in coming along for the ride? To apply for the position, please submit a cover letter that mentions why you would be a great fit for this role along with your resume. Due to the number of applications, we may not be able to contact everyone directly.