Description We are offering a permanent employment opportunity for a Sr. Accountant in the Food & Food Processing industry. The selected candidate will join our team in San Pedro, California, and will play a critical role in maintaining the financial integrity of our operations. Responsibilities: • Overseeing the implementation of the ERP system • Preparing, analyzing, and ensuring the accuracy and compliance of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements • Managing and reconciling general ledger accounts, posting journal entries, and executing month-end and year-end closings • Supervising accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring accurate processing of invoices, payments, and customer collections • Collaborating with department heads to develop annual budgets and forecasts, and monitoring actual performance against budgeted targets • Tracking and managing the company's fixed assets, calculating depreciation, and ensuring accurate reporting • Providing insightful financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic decision-making and identify areas for cost savings or revenue enhancement • Working closely with external tax advisors to ensure accurate and timely completion of tax returns and compliance with relevant tax regulations • Assisting in both internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and explanations as necessary • Continuously identifying opportunities to enhance financial processes, systems, and controls to increase efficiency and accuracy • Utilizing Great Plains software to manage financial data, generate reports, and streamline accounting processes Requirements • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role within the Food & Food Processing industry • Proficient in Microsoft Great Plains Accounting • Strong experience with both Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) • Proven ability in Financial Reporting • Experience with General Ledger management • Familiarity with Budgeting and Forecasting processes • Experience with Fixed Asset Management • Knowledge of Income Tax Compliance • Proficiency in QuickBooks • Strong skills in Microsoft Excel • Solid understanding of GAAP Accounting Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .