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Division Accountant - Temp to Perm Garden Grove, CA

Southland Industries Inc., Garden Grove, CA, United States


Position Summary
The Division Accountant role ensures accurate and timely processing of assigned financial transactions which may include accounts payable or accounts receivable. This position is temporary, with the possibility of becoming permanent based on performance, business needs, and budget availability.

Position Details

Ensure accurate and timely processing of assigned financial transactions which may include accounts payable or accounts receivable.

Conduct regular account reconciliation for assigned area to assure accuracy of records.

Research and resolve straightforward accounting discrepancies and irregularities in a timely manner. Elevate more complex issues for resolution.

Follow appropriate policies and procedures to assure that Southland maintains compliance with all state and federal laws as well as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

Respond to internal and external customer inquiries in a timely manner. Provide individual instruction as needed to ensure users understand processes related to their financial transactions.

Cross‑trains in other areas to broaden knowledge of Southland accounting and financial processes and systems.

Works under direct supervision, makes decisions within defined guidelines.

This role does not supervise employees.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience preferred.

3‑5 years of accounting experience preferred.

Basic accounting knowledge.

Strong organization skills with high level of attention to detail.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure.

Able to analyze and resolve basic issues.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.

Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with intermediate to expert level ability to utilize MS Word, Excel, Power Point, etc. required.

Able to remain flexible in a rapidly changing environment.

Benefits

401(k) plan with

50% company match (no cap)

and immediate 100% vesting

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

(100% paid for employee)

Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability

Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance

Disability income protection insurance

Pre‑tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time

Training/professional development opportunities and company‑paid memberships for professional associations and licenses

Wellness benefits

Pay:

Final pay is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For California, this ranges from $29.00‑$31.00 hourly plus annual incentive, benefits, and retirement program as outlined above.

Contingent Employment:

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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