Senior Accountant

The Senior Accountant on this In-house Leasing group will be responsible for specified areas of focus such as, but not limited to, lease accounting as lessor, and Fixed Assets. This candidate is expected to be the subject matter expert on the assigned areas of focus (from technical accounting application, as well as have comprehensive understanding of the end-to-end operations of these areas). This role will be the primary liaison with the financing team, provide reporting/support to business leader(s) and drive process improvements.

This role is also responsible with supporting the month-end and year-end close, analysis and reporting, supporting audits (including but not limited to the financial statement audit) and owning and executing the processes related to specialized areas described above. The Senior Accountant may assist and or lead on various projects as assigned by the Assistant Controller. Projects may include cross functional and/or global initiatives, ERP module implementation and/or designing/implementing efficiencies.

This is a hybrid position and will be required to work onsite in our El Segundo, CA office a minimum of two days per week.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning and forecast process.
• Prepare and post journal entries
• Prepare account reconciliations, research, and book corrections
• Prepare financial statements (and/or footnote support schedules) preparation and draft high-quality commentary
• Identify and investigate discrepancies
• Prepare supporting documents for external auditors
• Prepare/distribute recurring deliverables
• Assist in reviewing existing processes and drive, design, develop efficiencies
• Identify gaps in existing processes and propose solutions to mitigate gaps and risks
• Assist in developing new process as needed based on ongoing changes in the organization
• Perform data analytics and provide reporting needed by leadership/ business.
• Create documentation of accounting procedures
• Projects, as assigned
• Manage complex accounting procedures (automated cash postings, lease accounting, fixed assets)
• Clearly explain transactions using T-Accounts
• Address questions from our business partners in a timely manner
• Capable of leading projects, with strong follow-up ability
• Provides assistance to Staff Accountant(s)
• Leading group training
• Prepares position papers and/or perform GAAP reserach online
• Prepare analysis that can be created/refreshed quickly

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

• 5+ years of experience, 2+ years of public accounting experience preferred

• Strong skills in Excel are required

• Possess exceptional organizational skills & ability to multi-task

• Detail oriented

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

• Demonstrated history of process improvement implementation (Required)

• Experienced in SAP (Required)

Preferred

• CPA designation

• Proficiency using SAP

• Power Query / Power Pivot / Tableau knowledge

Your Benefits

• Medical / Dental / Vision including a state-of-the-art wellness program and pet insurance, too.
• 3 weeks vacation, 11 holidays plus paid sick time
• Up to 8 weeks of 100% paid company parental leave
• 401(k) retirement savings plan providing a match of 60% of the employee's first 6% contribution (up to IRS limits)
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, STD, LTD & LTC Insurance
• We prepay your tuition up to $5,250 per year. - Tuition pre-imbursement
• Fitness reimbursement of up to $200 annually
• Employee referral program of up to $2,000 per hire
• And much more.

Field sales, internships, and part-time employees are not eligible except where required by state law.
Non-employees, including temporary workers and consultants, are not eligible to participate in the KARL STORZ benefits program.
To include, maternal/paternal leave, adoption, and fostering of a child.

KARL STORZ reserves the right to change or modify the employee's job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. Additionally, KARL STORZ, through its supervisors, may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description within the sole discretion of the supervisor. Employees must comply will all applicable KARL STORZ policies and procedures.

Credentialing requirements at KARL STORZ

KARL STORZ is committed to maintaining a safe work environment for our employees and customers. Most field-based roles at KARL STORZ require hospital credentialing/health screens as a condition of employment. Credentialing can include required vaccinations, health screens & other requirements as outlined by our customers. During the interview process, we encourage you to ask how credentialing/health screens may impact the role you are seeking and if you require any reasonable accommodations regarding these requirements.

Pay Transparency

The pay range and/or hourly pay rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job posting and may be modified in the future. When determining a specific team member's base salary and/or hourly pay rate, several factors will be considered including such things as location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, professional credentials, internal equity, and the amount budgeted for the role.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation Statement

KARL STORZ is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills and unique experiences. To achieve this goal, we are committed to diverse voices, and all applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. KARL STORZ is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. Should you need assistance or accommodation please email us at .

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