Financial Analyst​/Senior Accountant

Financial Analyst/Senior Accountant

BEGA North America is a world-renowned manufacturer of architectural lighting, control, and furniture solutions.

Our vision is to be the industry's premier provider of architectural outdoor lighting, control, and furniture solutions.

Our mission is to build quality into everything we do.

Our core values are:

• Fostering Trust
• Building Community
• Embracing Growth
• Living Responsibly

We believe in:

• Respect
• Integrity
• Ownership
• Accountability

The Senior Accountant & Accounts Receivable Specialist is a detail-oriented and experienced professional responsible for managing and optimizing daily accounting operations, with a strong focus on the entire accounts receivable lifecycle. This hybrid role combines the in-depth analytical and general ledger responsibilities of a Senior Accountant with the specialized, day-to-day functions and oversight of an Accounts Receivable Specialist. The ideal candidate will ensure the accuracy of financial records and reports while managing the full accounts receivable cycle.

This role requires a combination of meticulous transactional processing, complex account reconciliation, and high-level financial analysis to ensure the integrity of our financial data and a healthy cash flow.

Knowledge &

Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive accounting and accounts receivable experience.
• Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and financial regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., Net Suite, SAP, Oracle).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and research skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong customer service orientation to manage internal and external client relationships effectively.
• Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

What you'll do:

• General Accounting & Financial Reporting:
• Perform timely and accurate month-end and year-end close procedures, including preparing and posting journal entries.
• Reconcile various balance sheet and general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and resolving any discrepancies promptly.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports for management, auditors, and regulatory agencies, ensuring compliance with GAAP principles.
• Analyze financial information and present results to management, identifying trends and areas for process improvement.
• Support audits (internal and external) by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Accounts Receivable Management:
• Oversee the end-to-end accounts receivable process, including accurate and timely invoicing, cash application, and collections.
• Enter and maintain customer accounts and ensure all documentation remains current including resale certificates.
• Establish credit terms and maintain credit limits by reviewing credit reports and payment history.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging reports to identify past-due accounts and prioritize collection efforts.
• Initiate collections contacts with customers via phone and email in a professional manner.
• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, debit deductions, and payment issues by coordinating with sales, customer service, and distribution teams.
• Process daily cash receipts (checks, wires, ACH, credit cards) and apply payments accurately to customer accounts.
• Ensure Sales Tax tables are maintained, and sales tax is charged where appropriate.
• Partner with the Sales Team to support a positive customer experience and timely cash flow.
• Process Improvement & Compliance:
• Develop and document accounting processes and policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Identify opportunities to streamline AR and general accounting workflows through technology and automation and assist in implementing solutions.
• Maintain accurate customer and financial records in compliance with company policies and financial regulations.

Performance Measurements:

• Communicates effectively while acting with respect, integrity, and accountability to subordinates and all levels of management.
• Challenge the process! Promote continuous improvement throughout the organization.
• Ensure compliance with safety agency standards and applicable codes.
• Ensure QUALITY above all, this position is critical to implementing this core value.

Leadership Principles:

• As a leader at BEGA, you are the Brand. Be proud of it and protect it.
• People are BEGA's most valuable asset. Our decisions should always reflect this.
• Safety is our first priority. Zero lost-time accidents is not a goal, it's an expectation.
• We strive for Excellence in everything we do!

Position Dimensions:

• Location:
  
  Carpinteria, CA

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