Job Details
Job Location
Oxnard, CA
Position Type
Regular Full Time
Salary Range
$36.00 - $61.00 Hourly
Description
Staff Accountant 3 Salary Range: $36.00 - $61.00/ Hr.
- 100% On-Site in Oxnard, CA***
As the largest machine tool builder in the western world, we need world-class talent in all of our departments. And we’re not just looking for people for the production floor. Haas is a very vertically integrated company, with a wide range of high-tech career opportunities available.
Oh, and yes, we are the same Haas that owns the Stewart-Haas Racing NASCAR teams, and the Haas F1 Team from the Netflix series: Drive to Survive.
The Staff Accountant 3 provides financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data and preparing reports for companies. Utilizing hands-on accounting experience and an in-depth understanding of accounting principles and company practices, Staff Accountant 3 performs complex accounting activities and financial analyses.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Add Essential Duties And Responsibilities According To Position.
- Analyzing complex financial reports and records.
- Making recommendations based on analysis and status of reserves, assets and expenditures.
- Reviewing journal entries of junior accountants to ensure accuracy.
- Training and mentoring junior staff.
- Performing variance analyses and preparing account reconciliations.
- Assisting with financial and tax audits.
- Documenting and monitoring internal controls in support of auditing team.
- Coordinating more complex accounting projects and initiatives with other members of the accounting and finance team or with other departments.
- Prepares asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information.
- Documents financial transactions by entering account information.
- Recommends financial actions by analyzing accounting options.
- Summarizes current financial status by collecting information; preparing balance sheet account schedules, and other reports.
- Substantiates financial transactions by auditing documents.
- Maintains accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures.
- Guides clerical staff in Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable by coordinating activities and answering questions.
- Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
- Secures financial information by completing data base backups.
- Maintains financial security by following internal controls.
- Prepares payments by verifying documentation, and requesting disbursements.
- Answers accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulations.
- Complies with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions.
- Prepares special financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
- Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results.
- Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, documenting business transactions.
- Audits contracts, purchase orders, and advises changes as per accounting principles to substantiate individual transactions prior to settlement.
- Responsible for monthly and year-end closing of the general ledger including preparation of journal entries.
- Responsible for maintaining ERP accounting system, backup control, and scanning of computer generated reports and statements.
- May lead and coordinate activities of other lower level accountants, and or clerical workers performing accounting tasks. Assists the Manager in training of Staff Accountant 1 and 2.
- Prepares monthly bank reconciliation for all accounts; verifies accuracy of bank statements and resolves questions or problems; maintains integrity of cash balances and cash flow systems.
- Responsible for review/auditing of payroll.
- Maintains fixed asset records and control; determines depreciation terms/rates to apply to capitalized items; prepares quarterly use tax and annual property tax returns for review by Manager.
- Assist the Manager in coordination of audits and preparation of schedules and documents for outside auditors.
- Maintains other accounts and performs other accounting duties as required or as requested by the Manager.
- Review accuracy of accounts payable/receivables miscellaneous invoices prepared for payment.
- Review general ledger account coding assigned to Purchase Orders and each miscellaneous invoice from vendors.
- Review accuracy of credit memos prepared for customers.
- Assist accounts payable and receivable staff in problems resolution.
- Employees are expected to follow instructions, procedures and to escalate any issue impacting workflow, quality, etc.
- Employees must exhibit honesty and integrity as well as demonstrate adherence to rules, procedures and policies.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervised Employees
This job does not have any supervisory activities.
0
Qualifications
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty adequately. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Minimum Qualifications
- Staff Accountant 3 must demonstrate expert knowledge of accounting principles and familiarity with GAAP, as well as an ability to grasp company financial policies and protocols.
- Highly detail-oriented and organized.
- Knowledge of Corporate Finance.
- Solid research and reporting skills.
- Experienced with SFAS rules.
- Ability to meet a constant stream of deadlines.
- High level of confidentiality.
- Data entry skills.
- Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with different levels of employees.
- Superior analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with SAP ERP systems.
Desired Qualifications
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
Education
Bachelor's Degree BA/BS/BFA/BSA from a four-year college or university is required, plus additional related experience, training and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Major
Accounting
Minimum Years Of Experience
5-10 years
Language Skills
Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and/or governmental regulations in English. Must be able to write analytical and/or technical reports, business correspondence, procedure manuals, and create instructional reference material. Able to speak effectively before groups, customers, employees of the organization and/or the general public.
Mathematical Skills
Must be able to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Must have the ability to apply concepts of arithmetic, algebra, and geometry.
Reasoning Ability
Must have the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Activity
Duration
Sitting
Frequently
Standing
Frequently
Walking
Frequently
Bending (neck)
Frequently
Bending (waist)
Rarely
Squatting
Rarely
Twisting (neck)
Occasionally
Twisting (waist)
Occasionally
Climbing
Rarely
Kneeling
Rarely
Crawling
Rarely
Reaching (above shoulder level)
Occasionally
Reaching (below shoulder level)
Occasionally
Hand Use
Duration
Repetitive use of hand
Frequently
Simple grasping
Frequently
Power grasping
Occasionally
Fine manipulation
Frequently
Pushing & Pulling
Frequently
Vision
Required
Close vision
Yes
Distance vision
No
Color vision
Yes
Peripheral vision
No
Depth perception
No
Adjust focus
Yes
Lifting Requirements
Duration
0-10 lbs.
Occasionally
11-25 lbs.
Occasionally
26-50 lbs.
Occasionally
51-60 lbs.
Never
61+ lbs.
Never
Equipment Use
Duration
This position requires computer use, including monitor, keyboard, mouse, trackball, touchpad, etc.
Frequently
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Noise Level
The Noise Level In The Work Environment Is Usually
Moderate
Work Environment
Duration
This position operates in a general office or engineering lab environment
Constantly
Employee will work around machining or on the production floor
Never
Employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration
Never
Employee is exposed to hazardous chemicals, fumes or airborne particles
Never
Employee is exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme cold or extreme heat
Never
Employee is exposed to risk of electrical shock
Never