Accountant - Staff (Mid Level)

Organization Unit: Phenomenex Inc Location: Torrance, CA Establishes and maintains the general accounting reporting and practices for the organization. Manages and analyzes financial information to prepare necessary journal entries and reconciliations to accurately state ledgers and financial statements in accordance with regulation (e.g., GAAP). The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, strong knowledge of accounting principles, and excellent attention to detail. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Performs month-end close duties including general ledger journal entries, consolidation, and account reconciliations in conformance with SOX and GAAP • Reviews and processes Intercompany/Intracompany transactions and completes reconciliations • Takes ownership and serves as Coordinator for both cash and tax journal entries by working in collaboration with AR, AP, and Tax • Actively participates in variance analyses and compilation of statistical disclosure during month & quarter-end close • Performs ad hoc reporting and other month-end tasks and duties as assigned • Thinks through and analyzes complex problems, challenges and drives to root cause • Answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data • Supports compliance environment by maintaining strong internal controls, SOX testing and internal audit requests • Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. • A minimum of 3 years of prior experience working in an accounting role, preferably in a corporate setting. • Strong knowledge of Accounting principles (GAAP), Reporting Skills, & SOX • Proficient in Excel - Pivot Tables / V-lookup • Microsoft AX experience a plus • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail; is committed to excellence and understands how daily work impacts the customer • Curious mindset and committed to continuous improvement • Prioritizes effectively, acts with speed and agility as new information emerges • Motivated by the challenge of new work; comfortable with ambiguity; proactively seeks answers • Uses language and behavior that consistently reflects respect and value for diverse backgrounds; experiences and perspectives • Builds effective relationships with coworkers and Manager • Conveys a professional demeanor in any situation • Seeks or provides help when needed and is open to new challenges • Team player and works collaboratively across the business for maximum impact • Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities internal and external; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations