Staff Accountant

Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our finance team. The Staff Accountant will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the company's financial records and reports. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and contributes to the overall success of the organization. The role will be responsible for AP (30% of time), AR (40% of time), and general ledger accounting (30%).

Key Responsibilities:

· Assist in the preparation and maintenance of financial records, including general ledger entries, accounts receivable and accounts payable.

· Assist with AP vendor creation, invoice entry, and payments.

· Assist with AR account set up, credit limit management, credit hold release, collections, payment reconciliation, cash applications, and customer relationship management.

· Reconcile bank statements, cash-in-transit, and credit card statements and prepare related journal entries on a frequent basis.

· Assist with other month-end close journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations, as needed.

· Assist with the preparation and payment of sales and use tax filings and reconciling related accounts.

· Assist in preparing month-end and year-end financial statements and reports.

· Assist with company credit card administration, expense coding, and auditing.

· Assist with internal and external audits as needed.

· Collaborate with other departments to resolve accounting-related issues and provide support, as necessary.

· Contribute to process improvements and initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within the finance function.

· Stay informed about changes in accounting regulations and best practices and recommend adjustments to policies and procedures as needed.

· Ensure compliance with accounting principles, standards, and regulations.

· Assist with HR and benefits administration as a back-up.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field or equivalent professional experience.

· 5 years of work experience

· Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software. NetSuite experience helpful but not required.

· Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Attention to detail and accuracy.

· Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.

· Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

· Customer service mentality (internal and external).

· Experience in consumer goods, apparel, retail, or wholesale industry helpful but not required.

We are prioritizing candidates who are local to Santa Barbara area to be in office for a hybrid work model.