Senior Accountant
Company: Golden Pet Brands
Location: El Segundo, CA
Type: Full-time
Posted: 2026-06-25
About this role
Creating a world where pets live longer, healthier lives, from their very first meal.
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We’re Looking For A(n):
Senior Accountant
Location:
Hybrid (El Segundo, CA and/or Burbank/North Hollywood, CA)
What You’ll Be Doing:
Hands-on Senior Accountant responsible for supporting the general ledger close and maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the balance sheet across key technical accounting areas including payroll, fixed assets, lease accounting, and debt. This role works closely with the Accounting Manager and broader finance team to ensure timely, accurate financial reporting in a fast-growing CPG environment. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented self-starter with a strong foundation in GAAP accounting across complex GL areas and the rigor and process discipline consistent with public company or external reporting standards.
General Accounting & Close
- Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations across assigned GL areas; support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process.
- Perform flux and variance analysis on balance sheet and income statement accounts; document and escalate unusual items.
- Prepare audit-ready workpapers and supporting schedules for external auditors and financial reporting support.
- Assist in maintaining internal control documentation and evidence for assigned process areas.
Payroll Accounting
- Record payroll journal entries, accruals, and related liability accounts in coordination with HR and third-party payroll providers.
- Reconcile payroll-related balance sheet accounts including accrued compensation, benefits, and employer tax liabilities.
- Investigate and resolve payroll variances and support payroll-related audit inquiries.
Fixed Assets
- Maintain the fixed asset sub-ledger; record additions, disposals, transfers, and monthly depreciation in accordance with ASC 360 and company capitalization policy.
- Prepare monthly fixed asset...