Senior Accountant

Java City is a specialty coffee roaster and wholesale distributor based in Sacramento, California. With over 40 years of experience, we are committed to providing the finest specialty coffee and superior products. Our coffee is renowned worldwide under the Java City™, ecoGrounds™, and JCX™ brands, as well as private labels. We specialize in retail and non-commercial food service environments, offering expertise and support for successful operations.

Mission:              To Transform Lives

Vision:                 A World Where Everyone Wins in Every Transaction

Core Value:         To be the Company Everyone Want to Work With/For

Senior Accountant

Position Summary: The Senior Accountant plays a critical role in the finance department, responsible for maintaining financial records, preparing accurate financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting principles and regulations, and contributing to strategic financial analysis. This position involves a blend of hands-on accounting work, analytical review, and often mentorship of junior staff.

The Senior Accountant reports directly to the CEO.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting & Analysis:




• Prepare, analyze, and review financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow Statement) on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, ensuring compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) or relevant accounting standards.


• Perform variance analysis to compare actual financial results to budget and forecast, identifying key trends and providing insightful explanations to management.


• Generate various financial reports and ad-hoc analyses to support management decision-making regarding costs, revenue, and expenditures.




• General Ledger & Month-End Close:




• Manage and maintain the general ledger, including preparing and posting complex journal entries, accruals, and deferrals.


• Perform detailed account reconciliations (e.g., bank accounts, intercompany accounts, fixed assets, accrued liabilities, revenue accounts) to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.


• Lead or significantly contribute to the timely and accurate completion of the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.


• Ensure proper revenue and expense recognition in accordance with company policy and GAAP.

• Internal Controls & Compliance:




• Assist in the development, documentation, and enforcement of internal accounting controls and procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure data integrity.


• Ensure all financial operations comply with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as company policies.


• Assist in preparing for and facilitating internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation, schedules, and explanations to auditors.




• Taxation:




• Assist with the preparation of various tax filings (e.g., sales tax, property tax, corporate income tax schedules).


• Provide support during tax audits as needed.




• Process Improvement:




• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, enhance efficiency, and improve accuracy through automation or revised procedures.


• Collaborate with IT and other departments to optimize the use of accounting software and financial systems.




• Mentorship & Support:




• May review the work of junior accountants, staff accountants, or accounting clerks, providing constructive feedback and guidance.


• Assist in training and developing less experienced accounting personnel.




• Ad-Hoc Projects:




• Undertake special accounting projects and research complex accounting issues as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

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  Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required. Master's degree or MBA a plus.
  


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  Experience: 3-7+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably with experience in a corporate or public accounting environment.
  


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  Certifications (Preferred): Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license strongly preferred and often required for advancement.
  


• Technical Skills:




• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).


• Proficiency in accounting software/ERP systems (Fishbowl, QuickBooks).


• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, complex formulas, data analysis).


• Experience with financial reporting tools.




• Soft Skills:




• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with strong attention to detail and accuracy.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts clearly.


• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.


• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively as part of a team.


• High level of integrity and professionalism.

Working Conditions:

• Typically an office environment, primarily sedentary with extended periods of computer use.


• May require occasional overtime, especially during month-end/quarter-end/year-end close periods or during audits.

PAY TRANSPARENCY

This job posting may span more than one career level. In addition to base salary, this job may be eligible to participate in our corporate discretionary bonus program, and depending on the position offered, it may also be eligible to receive a commission. Additionally, Java City offers a wide range of benefits to full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) program with employer match, vacation, and sick leave.

To provide greater transparency to candidates, we share base pay ranges for all California based jobs. We set standard base pay ranges for all roles based on function, level, and geographic location, benchmarked against similar industry companies. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including skills, depth of work experience and relevant licenses/credentials, and may vary from the amounts listed below.

The annual salary range for this position is:  $80,000.00 to $100,000.00.

EEO STATEMENT

Java City is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. Java City is an equal opportunity employer and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.