Staff Accountant

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Location: Van Nuys, CA
Industry: Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full‑Time

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail‑oriented Staff Accountant to support day‑to‑day accounting operations within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This role will assist with general ledger activities, month‑end close, and cost accounting functions while ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and has hands‑on experience in a manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with month‑end and year‑end close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Support cost accounting activities, including inventory valuation, standard costing, cost variance analysis, and bill of materials review
• Reconcile inventory, WIP, and COGS accounts and assist with periodic physical inventory counts
• Prepare and analyze financial data to support manufacturing operations and management decision‑making
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed
• Maintain accurate general ledger records in accordance with GAAP
• Support fixed asset tracking, depreciation, and capital expenditure reporting
• Assist with audits by preparing schedules and supporting documentation
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with operations, supply chain, and production teams
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiencies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required)
• 2-4 years of accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of cost accounting principles and inventory accounting
• Strong understanding of GAAP
• Experience with ERP systems and accounting software (manufacturing ERP a plus)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time‑management skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with standard costing and variance analysis
• Exposure to inventory controls and production reporting
• Prior ERP implementation or system migration experience