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Senior Accountant

Lake Forest, CA 92610

Posted: 05/25/2026 Job Titles: ACCT - Sr. Accountant Job Number: 5776 Pay Rate: 105,000

Job Description

SUMMARY

Alliance Resource Group is partnered with a private equity-backed, global manufacturer in the technology and analytics space, with international operations across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and North America. With over two decades in market and a workforce of approximately 400 employees globally, the company has built a strong reputation for innovation, customer service, and operational discipline.

The Senior Accountant reports to the Accounting Supervisor and partners with teams across all branches and levels of the organization. This is a hands-on role with meaningful exposure to global accounting operations, technical research, and process improvement. The position emphasizes accuracy in reporting, depth in account analysis, and a proactive approach to strengthening internal controls and accounting workflows.

The ideal candidate is analytically driven, detail-oriented, and confident communicating across functions and entities. You bring strong financial acumen, a commitment to accuracy, and the curiosity to dig into the numbers and improve how the work gets done.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Lead month-end close activities in accordance with U.S. GAAP, including preparation, review, and posting of journal entries, along with in-depth reconciliation and analysis of general ledger accounts.
  • Maintain and review accounting schedules covering prepaids, accrued expenses, deferrals, intangible assets, long-term debt, fixed assets, and intercompany balances; provide coding guidance to A/P staff across G/L, department, and location.
  • Reconcile cash and credit card activity against bank records, resolve bank-to-book differences, analyze variances, and calculate monthly accruals.
  • Maintain fixed asset registers including additions, disposals, and depreciation; support development of the capital expenditure requisition process and evaluation of fixed asset software solutions.
  • Reconcile intercompany accounts, perform analytical review of intercompany balances, and recommend resolution strategies for identified discrepancies.
  • Prepare and present internal financial reports with variance analysis and executive-level commentary; deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual analysis highlighting key trends, risks, and opportunities.
  • Perform technical accounting research, draft memoranda, assess and implement new accounting pronouncements, and prepare schedules and documentation to support external audits.
  • Lead and participate in process improvement initiatives, assist with design and monitoring of internal controls, and maintain organized records of analyses, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
REQUIREMENTS
  • BA/BS degree in Accounting required
  • Minimum 2 years of professional accounting experience
  • CPA or MBA strongly preferred
  • Strong technical accounting skills with working knowledge of U.S. GAAP
  • Demonstrated experience in financial analysis, variance analysis, and management reporting
  • Experience in a manufacturing or supply chain environment is highly desirable
  • Experience supporting global accounting entities preferred
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills across all levels of an organization
  • Highly detail-oriented and organized with the ability to manage competing priorities independently
  • Professional demeanor and uncompromised approach to confidentiality and workplace ethics
SOFTWARE EXPERIENCE
  • ERP systems experience required (Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar)
  • Advanced Excel including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, complex formulas, and data modeling
  • Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
  • Experience with BI platforms or financial data analysis tools is a plus
  • Familiarity with AI platforms (Claude, ChatGPT, etc.) is a plus
WHAT THE COMPANY OFFERS
  • Hybrid work schedule
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life, AD&D, and long-term disability
  • FSA and HSA options
  • Employer-matched 401(k)
  • Paid time off and 11 paid company holidays

Meet Your Recruiter

Mark Lucas, MBA
Manager, Executive Search

Mark Lucas is a highly skilled Executive Search Manager with almost a decade of experience in financial recruiting. His deep client network spans multiple industries with a focus on placements in aerospace and defense, consumer products, manufacturing, and construction.  Mark’s portfolio ranges from startups to well-established, public and private organizations. He has an MBA from Ashford University and a bachelor’s degree in finance from Portland State University.

Mark was a scholarship athlete and played football for the Division 1 NCAA Portland State Vikings.

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