
Senior Accountant
Motive Companies
Job description
Senior Accountant
Location: Brea, CA (Onsite)
Compensation: $85,000 - $93,000 annually
About the Opportunity
A growing consumer products company with a global footprint is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its accounting team. This position will work closely with accounting leadership and play a key role in financial reporting, month-end close, ERP system management, sales tax compliance, and ecommerce accounting operations.
The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting foundation, experience in a product-based business environment, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.
Responsibilities
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Lead and participate in month-end and year-end close processes
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Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
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Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
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Perform bank reconciliations, prepaid expense reconciliations, and depreciation schedules
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Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
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Support tax compliance activities and sales tax filings
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Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
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Assist with ERP system administration, enhancements, and process improvements
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Support internal and external audits
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Monitor cash flow and assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities
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Analyze financial data and provide recommendations to management
Ecommerce Responsibilities
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Reconcile transactions from ecommerce and payment platforms
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Manage inventory accounting and inventory reconciliations
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Support online sales operations and related financial reporting
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Assist with multi-state sales tax compliance and reporting
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Work with third-party vendors, shipping providers, and payment processors
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Prepare ecommerce-related financial analysis and reporting
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
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4-6 years of accounting experience
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4-6 years of ERP system experience
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Strong experience with month-end close and financial reporting
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Experience with general ledger accounting and reconciliations
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Knowledge of sales tax compliance and reporting
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Experience supporting inventory accounting preferred
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NetSuite experience strongly preferred
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Shopify and Avalara experience highly preferred
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Mandarin language skills are a plus
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Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
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Ability to work onsite in Brea, CA
Benefits
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Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
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Life Insurance
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401(k)
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Paid Time Off
Salary: $85,000 - $93,000 annually
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday
Work Location: Onsite, Brea, CA