Junior Staff Accountant - North Hollywood $22 - $30 per hour DOE (North Hollywood)

About This Job

About the Position

A prominent manufacturer in the automotive aftermarket sector is looking for a meticulous and driven Junior Staff Accountant to join its expanding Accounting Department. This position is well-suited for an individual at the beginning of their accounting career, offering practical involvement in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, month-end closing procedures, and daily financial activities within a busy manufacturing setting. The Junior Staff Accountant will collaborate directly with the Accounting Manager, Controller, and other teams including Shipping and Production.

Primary Duties

Accounts Payable

• Input vendor invoices and align them with corresponding purchase orders and receipts.
• Examine and balance vendor statements to confirm accuracy and completeness.
• Help with expense categorization, distinguishing between capital and operational expenditures, and allocating costs to subsidiaries.
• Track pending purchase orders and aid in resolving inconsistencies with vendors or internal teams.

Accounts Receivable

• Generate customer invoices and process credit memos.
• Record cash receipts and reconcile customer accounts.
• Assist in coordinating with the Shipping Department to verify serial numbers and confirm shipments.
• Investigate and settle discrepancies related to customer payments.

General Accounting

• Compile journal entries for accruals, payroll, and vendor deposits.
• Support bank reconciliations and monthly credit card reconciliations, covering platforms such as Ramp and PayPal.
• Contribute to month-end closing activities and required deliverables.
• Help ensure precise reporting for subsidiaries and business segments.
• Assist with cost of goods sold and inventory procedures, including bill of materials verification and matching inventory receipts to invoices.

Payroll - Serve as a secondary payroll administrator.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Create and modify spreadsheets utilizing advanced Excel capabilities.
• Support internal reporting requirements, account schedules, and reconciliation tasks.
• Prepare materials for audits or internal assessments.

Cross-Departmental Cooperation

• Interact professionally with Shipping, Production, Purchasing, Customer Service, Human Resources, and Executive Management.
• Proactively yet respectfully follow up to secure missing documents, receipts, or data necessary to complete assignments.
• Contribute to enhancing efficiency within accounting workflows and enterprise resource planning processes.

Systems Utilized

• NetSuite ERP
• Ramp
• Paychex Flex
• PayPal
• Microsoft Excel
• Various vendor portals, banking platforms, and shipping systems

Interpersonal Skills & Characteristics

• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Highly organized with effective time management abilities
• Proficient written and oral communication skills
• Assertive and self-assured when coordinating with internal groups
• Capable of solving problems and working independently as required
• Adaptable to a dynamic setting with changing priorities
• Enthusiastic about learning, professional development, and assuming greater responsibilities

Requirements

• Candidates with two to four years of accounting experience in a private company are encouraged to apply
• Practical experience and capability are paramount; accounting coursework and a grasp of fundamental bookkeeping principles are expected
• Background in manufacturing or multi-subsidiary settings is advantageous
• Familiarity with NetSuite software is desirable but not mandatory