ORW | 4WP is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to join our accounting team at our corporate office in Gardena, CA.
In this role, you will independently manage assigned accounting functions, analyze financial transactions, evaluate complex accounting matters, and take ownership of assigned month-end and year-end closing activities. You will work closely with the Accounting Manager to ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain compliance with U.S. GAAP, and support accounting operations across our multi-state retail and distribution business.
We're looking for someone with strong accounting knowledge, analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to exercise sound professional judgment, work independently, and identify opportunities to improve accounting processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Independently manage assigned general ledger accounts and accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with U.S. GAAP.
- Evaluate financial transactions and determine appropriate accounting treatment, including complex accruals, adjustments, and other general ledger activities.
- Prepare, review, and analyze journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting financial documentation.
- Take ownership of assigned month-end and year-end closing activities, including analyzing account balances, investigating discrepancies, and determining appropriate adjustments.
- Prepare and analyze financial reports, identify significant variances and trends, and provide recommendations to the Accounting Manager.
- Research and resolve complex accounting issues, applying professional judgment and established accounting principles.
- Analyze financial transactions and accounting activities across multiple retail locations, distribution centers, and corporate operations.
- Evaluate inventory-related transactions, investigate variances, and recommend corrective actions and improvements to inventory accounting procedures.
- Analyze fixed asset transactions, including additions, disposals, depreciation, and related accounting treatment.
- Review and analyze bank accounts, credit card transactions, and other financial accounts to identify discrepancies and determine appropriate resolutions.
- Collaborate with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other departments to investigate accounting issues and improve financial accuracy.
- Evaluate accounting procedures and internal controls, identify potential risks or inefficiencies, and recommend improvements.
- Prepare and review financial schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for internal and external audits.
- Provide accounting analysis and recommendations to support financial reporting and operational decisions.
- Perform other accounting duties and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience, including general ledger accounting, financial analysis, and month-end close.
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting principles.
- Experience independently managing accounting responsibilities, evaluating complex transactions, and resolving accounting issues.
- Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to exercise independent professional judgment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial analysis.
- Experience working with accounting software or ERP systems.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
- Accounting experience in a multi-location retail, wholesale, distribution, or inventory-intensive environment.
- Experience with inventory accounting and fixed assets.
- Familiarity with multi-state business operations.
- Experience with financial audits, internal controls, and accounting process improvements.
- Experience working with large transaction volumes and complex account reconciliations.
Work Environment
- Full-time, onsite position at our corporate office in Gardena, CA.
- Regular collaboration with accounting, finance, retail operations, and distribution teams.
- May require additional hours during month-end close, year-end close, and audit periods.
Additional Information
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include a credit check where permitted by applicable law.
ORW | 4WP participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States.
ORW | 4WP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
