Accountant - Part-time

Join a well-established consumer goods brand based in Carlsbad, California. We pride ourselves on a vibrant, collaborative culture, and a dedicated team environment. We are looking for a sharp, reliable financial professional to step in and manage our core day‑to‑day accounting functions.

This position offers a unique, flexible workflow tailored to our industry's seasonal rhythm.

• Off‑Peak (January–August):
  Enjoy excellent work‑life balance with a 30-hour/4-day work week schedule
• Peak Season (September–December):
  Transition to a standard 40-hour/5-day work week during our high‑volume holiday rush
• Work Location:
  
  On‑site in our Carlsbad office (especially during the initial training and temp phase) to integrate seamlessly with our team on collaborative days

• Core Accounting:
  Handle all daily Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) functions.
• General Ledger:
  Maintain the GL, process journal entries, and prepare hard trial balances.
• Reconciliations:
  Perform monthly bank reconciliations to ensure pinpoint financial accuracy.
• Month‑End & Year‑End Close:
  Manage the month‑end close process and assemble clean, robust year‑end financial packages for our external CPA's tax preparation.
• Payroll Verification:
  Review and audit internal payroll summaries, verifying the accuracy of bank statements, 401(k) deductions, and system balances (
  
  Note:
  
  Live payroll processing and HR duties are handled elsewhere).

• Experience:
  
  3+ years of progressive bookkeeping or general accounting experience in a small‑to‑midsized business environment.
• Software Proficiency:
  Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains) is a plus. Candidates with strong backgrounds in comparable ERP systems (such as Net Suite, Sage, or Macola) who are tech‑savvy and confident they can rapidly adapt are highly encouraged to apply.
• Core
  
  Skills:
  
  Comprehensive knowledge of fundamental accounting principles (GL, trial balances, AR/AP logic).
• Attributes:
  High reliability, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to work independently during seasonal lulls and efficiently under pressure during peak months.