Senior Accountant, General Accounting - See's Candies

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'Quality without Compromise' is not just a motto at See's Candies. It is the most important ingredient in our recipe for success. See's Candies has been in business since 1921 and maintains a reputation for producing the highest quality candy and providing superior customer service.
See's is a leader in the confectionary industry with over 250 retail shops across the USA. We are seeking friendly, enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about providing great customer service.

Job Description Summary:

We are seeking a highly detail-oriented senior accountant to perform and coordinate accounting duties which include assisting with the month-end financial closing process, preparing and analyzing financial reports, performing account reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger, assisting with audit preparations, and performing other accounting duties as assigned.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $82,720 - $103,400K per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting month-end close process, including account analysis, month-end journal entries, month-end reporting, and balance sheet reconciliations as assigned.

• Collaborating with business assets management function and ensure timely close of the capital projects in accordance with the company capitalization policy.

• Investigating and resolving audit findings, account discrepancies, and issues of non-compliance.

•  Assisting with the monthly variance analysis report including commentary of actual results vs prior year.

• Reporting and escheating unclaimed property to the states.

• Assisting with the preparation of governmental and regulatory census forms.

• Assisting with Insurance renewal and insurance claims process.

• Initiating operational accounting efficiencies through process improvement and automation.

• Coordinating with the Business Analyst to troubleshoot issues with the ERP system.

• Assisting in various special projects as assigned by management

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with at least 3+ years general accounting experience. Experience with Workday Financials is a plus.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (including creating/maintaining templates, Pivot Tables, V-lookups, Excel nested IF function).

• Experience using ERP systems, preferably Workday Financial Management

• Thorough knowledge of U.S. GAAP

• Demonstrate great attention to detail and excellent analytical skills.

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

• Able to work with minimal supervision in a highly collaborative manner to meet required deadlines and perform all necessary tasks.

• Strong time management skills with ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects. 

• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.

• Excellent teamwork and ability to step up to support the team.

The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, in addition to a full range of generous medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

See's is an EOE
See’s will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state or federal law (including San Francisco Ordinance #131192 and Los Angeles Municipal Code 189.00).