Accountant
Location: Fullerton, CA (Onsite)
Industry: Food Manufacturing
Pay Rate: $35 – $45/hour
Duration: 2–3 months (with potential for extension)
Start Date: Immediate

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Accountant to join our team on a short-term contract basis. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting skills with a focus on month-end close, general ledger account reconciliations, and journal entries. This is a fully onsite role in Fullerton, offering an excellent opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with month-end and quarter-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

• Prepare and post journal entries for accruals, reclassifications, and adjustments.

• Perform general ledger account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.

• Support preparation of financial reports and schedules for management review.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

• Assist with ad-hoc projects and provide support to the accounting team as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.

• 5+ years of professional accounting experience, ideally in manufacturing or food industry.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and month-end close processes.

• Proficient in Excel and ERP/accounting systems.

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organizational skills.

• Available to start immediately and commit to a 2–3 month contract.

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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