• Accounting Manager

    SPT Labtech (Covina, CA)


    SPT Labtech is a global supplier of innovative lab automation products for the life science markets. Our solutions save time and material costs and simplify complex operations. We are natural innovators. We create, design and manufacture high quality, robust and innovative automated laboratory equipment for academic, pharmaceutical and biotechnology research.

     

    We are looking for a talented Accounting Manager to join our growing team. You must have the ability to work on complex products and to work collaboratively and flexibly across several inter-disciplinary teams.

    About us:

    With global headquarters based in Cambridge, UK, SPT Labtech (https://www.sptlabtech.com/) makes products that transform the way scientists work. For decades, our expert scientists, engineers and business innovators have provided scientists with world-leading, innovative solutions for liquid handling, sample preparation, and sample management that help accelerate research and make a real difference to human health. We work collaboratively with our customers, building trusted relationships that enable us to deliver exceptional, personalised experiences designed for real-world challenges in the lab.

     

    Want to be part of a team that’s making a difference to human health?

    DUTIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

    + Prepare and review various monthly and quarterly complex journal entries including consolidations, accruals, intangible and prepaid amortizations, and various allocation entries

    + Manage the monthly accounting close process; ensuring all entries are posted timely with sufficient IPE documentation/backup. Assist Controller in monitoring the P&L to ensure posting accuracy and completeness

    + Provide month-end closing support for all general ledger activity (including consolidation & elimination processes)

    + Review and sign-off on monthly balance sheet reconciliations in audit-ready format, as assigned

    + Coordinate and review various intercompany transactions with foreign business units and affiliates

    + Reconcile and review key high and medium risk balance sheet account reconciliations

    + Help with requests related to quarterly and year-end financial reporting, external audit, and internal control review

    + Review and approve Payroll reports, to ensure accurate and timely Payroll processing

    + Monitor and review AP, AR, and Aging reports

    + Analyze transactions to determine accuracy and completeness

    + Maintain, document and review processes for internal controls

    + Analyze accounting variances and prepare/support commentary

    + Prepare ad-hoc requests for leadership

    + Assess current practices and procedures and drive improvements and standardization within the Controllership group

    + Opportunity to participate in various projects including system implementations and enhancements

    + Manage a small team of AP/AR support, Staff Accountant, and Senior Accountant, including establishment of goals and development of performance reviews

    Requirements

    + Bachelor's degree in accounting or higher in Accounting, Finance, or related field

    + 7+ years of progressive accounting experience

    + A minimum of 2 years' experience of managing employees

    + Knowledge of Internal controls and reporting requirements

    + Thorough knowledge of U.S. GAAP

    + Requires knowledge of financial terms and principles

    + Advanced skills in Microsoft Office suite applications

    + Experience with large ERP or similar financial systems

    + ERP implementation a plus

    + CPA w/ Big 4 public accounting experience highly preferred

     

    Key Competencies

     

    + Excellent written and verbal communication skills

    + Ability to collaborate across functional areas and geographic regions

    + Ability to design and produce various ad- hoc reports and analysis

     

    Benefits

     

    + 401(k)

    + Dental insurance

    + Health insurance

    + Life insurance

    + Paid time off

    + Vision insurance

     

    Our company culture supports diversity and is inclusive of all regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, or family status, and we endeavor to support our employees' needs to the best of our ability.