Senior Accounting Generalist​/Accountant

About the Opportunity:
We are partnering with an established, privately held distribution company seeking a hands‑on Staff Accountant to join its close-knit accounting team. This individual will oversee a variety of day‑to‑day accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, reconciliations, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate is a detail‑oriented, self‑motivated accounting professional who enjoys taking ownership of their work and contributing in a collaborative, small‑team environment.

This opportunity offers exceptional work‑life balance, a stable and supportive culture, competitive compensation and benefits, and the chance to work closely with experienced leadership while contributing to future process improvements and system enhancements.

Salary Range: $75,000 – $85,000 base salary, plus additional compensation and comprehensive benefits. Please note this range is an estimate and actual pay may vary based on qualifications and experience.

Location:

Orange County, CA

• Manage daily accounts receivable activities, including cash applications, customer payments, account maintenance, and collections coordination.
• Oversee accounts payable processes, including invoice entry, expense coding, vendor account management, and preparation of electronic and check payments.
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and maintain accurate financial records.
• Support general ledger accounting activities, including accruals, prepaid expenses, journal entries, and month‑end accounting procedures.
• Prepare recurring financial and operational reports
• Maintain accurate inventory accounting records and assist with cost tracking, reconciliations, and periodic tax reporting requirements.
• Coordinate with external accounting professionals and financial institutions to provide documentation for audits and reporting requests.
• Partner with internal teams to support accounting‑related operational activities and ensure accurate transaction processing.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows, enhance reporting capabilities, and improve overall process efficiency.
• Assist with additional administrative and operational responsibilities as needed, with potential involvement in future accounting system enhancements.

• 3–5+ years of hands‑on accounting experience, ideally encompassing accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger activities.
• Working knowledge of accrual‑based accounting principles and general familiarity with GAAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with accounting or ERP systems.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains) or similar accounting platforms is a plus.
• Previous experience in distribution, manufacturing, inventory accounting, or another operationally focused industry is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to independently manage competing priorities.
• Resourceful and proactive approach to problem‑solving, with an interest in learning new processes and improving existing workflows.
• Ability to thrive in a smaller, team‑oriented environment and willingness to contribute beyond traditional accounting responsibilities.
• Exposure to financial reporting enhancements, process automation, or ERP implementations is a plus.
• CPA designation or previous public accounting experience is a plus but not required.