Staff Accountant

About Metagenics

Metagenics believes in helping people live happier, healthier lives by realizing their genetic potential. It’s why, when we defined Metagenics’ Mission, Values, and Vision, we started with our company’s own DNA. United by purpose and core values (Integrity, Authenticity, Respect, Diversity & Inclusion and Healthy & Happiness) the Metagenics’ team is dedicated to providing effective nutritional products and solutions, for healthcare professionals.

We believe the way we do business is as important as the business we do; that a company in the nourishment business should nourish its people, too. So, we incorporated healthy, sustainable care into every dimension of our culture. Our diverse and expansive team are a prime example of the power of a people-first approach. We know first‑hand, when an organization prioritizes internal growth and fosters empathy, its people come together to set an example of what the world can become.

The Staff Accountant will play a key role in managing the transactional business of Metagenics North America Region for all General Accounting items (i.e. non‑Revenue, AR and AP). This will include Cash, Prepaids, Accruals (T&E, Payroll, Commissions), Notes Receivable/Payable, Intercompany accounts, FX and other items as needed. This includes identifying, recording, and reporting financial transactions, assisting in month‑end close, reconciling accounts, conducting technical accounting research, and working with other Regions to align processes as needed.

This role emphasizes continuous process improvements and leveraging technology to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

• Preparation of routine journal entries
• Preparation of monthly account reconciliations
• Perform bank reconciliations and partner with IT to support improvements to reconciliation processes in partnership with Accounting and IT
• Download Concur transactions related to employee T&E and upload results into D365 (work with Concur and/or IT to identify technology/process improvements related to this)
• Maintain prepaid expense accounts, including preparing and updating prepaid schedules and recording monthly amortization entries
• Record payroll related journal entries while collaborating with Payroll/HR to support accurate payroll processing
• Assist with recording AMEX & Via statement balances
• Assist in maintaining the general ledger and adherence to use of main accounts for NAM
• Work with NAM FP&A to ensure all accruals are accurately captured at month‑end
• Utilize technology to automate processes, enhance efficiency, and improve accuracy
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to leverage technology in financial reporting and analysis.
• Perform technical accounting research, document findings, and propose appropriate accounting treatment as needed
• Completion of special projects and Adhoc reporting as assigned
• Support year‑end audit process as an integral team member
• Foster team attitude within Accounting Groups across all Regions
• Become a trusted business partner for NAM Operations as they interact with Accounting

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2-3 years prior accounting experience in a corporate or similar environment

• Strong knowledge of GAAP requirements
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of Power BI
• Microsoft Dynamics D365 experience a plus
• Outstanding interpersonal and communications skills are essential
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment
• Ability to work professionally with both internal and external customers
• Ability to work overtime as needed (month‑end close)
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment under tight deadlines
• Excellent multi‑tasking skills with ability to maintain high quality and accurate work product
• Demonstrated success working in a complex organization with high volume transaction activities
• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to balance multiple priorities
• Strong analytical skills, good judgment, and results orientation are all necessary

The current range for this role based out of Aliso Viejo, CA is…