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Controller

This position is based in the corporate offices located in San Diego, California.  Our client is looking for an energetic, outgoing professional who values teamwork, creativity and a casual yet fast-paced work environment.

Reporting to the CFO and working closely with the department heads and management of all business segments, the Controller manages and executes all financial reporting, planning, and accounting practices and policies, in support of the objectives and requirements of the business.

Responsibilities:
• Direct, coordinate and prepare reliable, accurate and timely financial statements and reports.
• Oversee month end close process including internal and external reporting
• Apply accounting policies, procedures and internal control procedures are in accordance with GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley.
• Ensure that all activities and operations are performed in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and laws that govern business operations.
• Coordinate and prepare documentation for interim and annual audits, acting as a primary contact with external auditors.
• Strong involvement in company financial planning, forecasting, budgeting and analysis.
• Establish key performance metrics for use in monitoring the business and identifying profit improvement strategies.
• Perform administrative duties as necessary for the effective management of the department.
• Supervise, coordinate, train, provide leadership to and review the work of assigned staff.
• Develop strong working relationships with department heads and branch managers including identifying cost reduction and profit optimization opportunities.
• Provide financial and business expertise to management in the pursuit of optimal company profitability and performance.
• Posses strong management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple issues and projects concurrently under deadline pressure.
• Maintain sensitive and confidential information regarding Company information.
• Support the Company’s employee policies and procedures.
• Maintain the professional competence, knowledge and skills necessary to effectively complete responsibilities; enhance job knowledge and abilities by taking personal responsibility for professional development and training.

Qualifications:
• Bachelors Degree in Accounting preferred,
• CPA preferred, with strong audit experience.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of “hands-on” finance and accounting experience, including a minimum of six (6) years in management positions with progressive responsibility and demonstrated leadership.
• Experience with corporate governance requirements, including SOX.
Solid GAAP knowledge, analytical skills and planning experience.
• Bright, articulate, team player, with a strong work ethic, capable of earning the confidence of executives and staff.
• Strong planning, communication and leadership skills.
• Excellent systems knowledge, with MAS500 and FRX software experience a plus.
• Ability to successfully manage and work hands-on in a lean, and responsive to change environment.

Accounting Supervisor

Large, international corporation is searching for an Accounting Supervisor/Manager for the San Diego location.
Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for all accounting processes through gross margin analysis on the natural gas side of the business
  • Responsible for leading the San Diego office support for mid-office power settlements
  • Generator balancing
  • Reviewing power and capacity deal pricing and resolving operational issues
  • Billing/pass-through of pertinent CAISO revenues and expenses to counterparties

 Key Accountabilities

  • Meter data analysis
  • Processing and filing with the ISO
  • California ISO settlement and account reconciliation
  • Assisting in month-end financial close as needed
  • Alliance accounting for Energy Management Agreements and Profit Sharing Arrangements
  • Considerable contact with numerous internal and external focal points
  •  Issuing settlement certifications to counterparties

 Requirements:
  • Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer
  • Bachelor's Degree - preferably in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
  • 5+ years of accounting experience
  • Fluency in Excel a must, Nucleus software experience a definite plus
  • Proficient in MS Word, Outlook
  • Knowledge of power industry and/or CAISO settlement protocol preferred
  • SAP software experience is also a plus
 
Additional Requirements
 
  • Able to handle multiple priorities
  • Possess the skills necessary to function independently in a fast-paced, frequently changing environment
  • Good problem-solving and communication skills to facilitate solutions in daytime as well as after-hours situations.

Accounts Receivable-Temporary

Well known San Diego company is looking for an Accounting professional to process their accounts receivable. This includes full cycle AR - Invoicing (approx 100 per day); chargebacks; cash postings; collections. Using Mas200.

Must me available to begin work immediately.

Accounting Coordinator

The Accounting Coordinator is responsible for the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions for a portfolio of entities. 
 
The essential duties and responsibilities include:
·         Verify that vendor invoices have proper approval and input into accounting software.
·         Process weekly check run and submit checks and invoices to company personnel for signature.
·         File check copies and invoices.
·         Process check requests on a daily basis as needed.
·         Process monthly recurring invoices.
·         Set up of new vendors in accounting software.
·         Record cash received by tenants and deposit in bank.
·         Research accounts payable issues, including reconciliation of vendor statements.
·         Prepare and send the annual 1099 tax form.
·         Prepare and send the California form DE542 in a timely manner.
·         Assist in compiling general information for audit, due diligence, tax and other requirements.
·         Effectively communicate with management, on-site management personnel, and corporate staff regarding A/P and   A/R issues.
·         Perform other special projects as considered necessary.
 
 
Reporting Structure:
The Accounting Coordinator reports to the Controller.

Jr. Staff Accountant

Summary:
Handles all aspects of client payments ensuring balances are accounted for properly. Verifies and posts accounts receivable transactions, ledgers, and other records. Produces account statements, reconciliations, and other related reports. Assists in month end close process. Provides backup for other accounting functions within the accounting department. Will assist in implementation of new computer system.
 
Job Requirements:
·          Strong computer and technology skills, including Excel and Word.
·          Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
·          Attention to detail, high degree of accuracy.
·          Strong problem solving skills with ability to take initiative.
·          Demonstrated ability to work independently, organize and prioritize work.
·          Working knowledge of credit card processing a plus.
·          Bilingual in Spanish a plus.

Accounting Manager

UTC area employer is looking for an experienced Accounting Manager who must have current and deep knowledge and experience in Timberline.

General Ledger Accountant

Sorrento Valley employer is looking for an experienced general ledger accountant with public experience.

Accounts Receivable and Customer Service representative

Miramar company is looking for an energetic addtion to their team.   Must have Great Plains software experience.

Accounting Asst/AP

Kearny Mesa company is looking for a detailed accounting professional.

Collection Specialist

Primary Objective of Position: This position’s primary objective is to provide excellence in customer service, for internal and external customers, throughout all levels of the contract to cash process.

Responsibilities include:

  • Daily correspondence with customers regarding their account status.
  • Document and track issues on customer accounts regarding payment activity.
  • Provide customers with any requested documentation such as invoice copies or other back-up and documentation.
  • Perform customer account reconciliations as needed.
  • Communicate with internal customer service, technical service and field sales representatives in order to resolve customer account issues.
  • Prepare appropriate credit and/or debit correspondence and forms as necessary.
  • Meet monthly departmental targets.
  • Other related duties as assigned by supervisor and/or department management.

 

Qualifications, Experience and Skill Level Include:

  • Associates degree in Accounting or related business field preferred
  • 3-5 years of collections experience
  • Accounts receivable reconciliation, research and cash application
  • Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
  • Highly effective organizational skills
  • Well-developed analytical skills
  • Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision
  • A commitment to customer service excellence
  • Ability to identify non-standard issues for problem resolution
  • Flexibility to meet the demands of a dynamic environment
  • PC proficiency on Microsoft Office; experience with Great Plains or other ERP system preferred