Staff Accountant at Reliance, Inc in Pasadena, California

Job Description:

Job Summary



Under the supervision of the Group Controller, incumbent is responsible for supporting Corporate Accounting Department with various accounting duties associated with banking activities, disbursement process activities, day to day transactions, preparation of accounting schedules, and the month end general ledger close. Incumbent will help review and record accounting/banking transactions via journal entries and prepare various accounting schedules.


Physical Requirements



Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Function in the Job



Sedentary Work- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Job Function



• Responsible for the preparation and entry of monthly journal entries, ensuring accuracy and timely recording; verifies that journal entries agree to all supporting documentation.
• Responsible for production of various system and internal reports for management review and/or inclusion in account reconciliations/journal entries.
• Responsible for preparation of weekly cash receipts reconciliation package including deposits and cash receipt postings.
• Responsible for recording/tracking daily transactions (banking, payroll) for purposes of monthly reporting activities.
• Responsible for the reconciliation and review of banking transactions including cash deposits, incoming wires, and credit card transactions.
• Preparing payments wires
• Coding AP invoices with proper GL accounts prior to sending them to AP for processing
• Responsible for processing vendor changes and ensuring vendor request changes are valid
• Responsible for performing monthly fluctuation analysis on Corporate results.
• Responsible for coordinating the annual Census


SUPPLEMENTAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES


• Support the Division Accounting team with day-to-day activities and general ledger close as necessary
• Support the Accounting group with the update of the fixed asset ledger, internal/external audits, intercompany schedules, and general ledger review.
• Communicate and correspond with other departments as necessary and provide transactional accounting guidance as needed.


• Assist and/or lead ad hoc projects and other duties as necessary, including ad hoc projects for FOCs.



LOCATION: Los Angeles or Pasadena area - Working a minimum of three days per week in the Pasadena office



Required Skills

• High School Diploma/GED required; Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field, or equivalent experience preferred.


• Minimum of one year of experience in accounting/finance in a professional environment preferred.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.


• Meticulous attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.


• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently, with minimal supervision and as part of a team.

Compensation Range



The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $65,000.00/Yr. - USD $85,000.00/Yr. depending on experience, qualifications, and location. Apply Now