Accountant

Financial Analyst OpportunityOur client, a manufacturing organization, is seeking a Financial Analyst to join their team. As a Financial Analyst, you will be part of the Finance/Accounting function supporting plant leadership and operational teams. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a detail-oriented approach to accuracy, and the ability to collaborate across multiple levels of the organization.Job Title: AccountantLocation: Salinas, CA & Gilroy, CAPay Range: $35-$40Shift: 8am - 5:00pm Monday - FridayWhat's the Job?Analyze operational and financial results, trends, and key performance metrics to support business decisions.Assist with budgeting, forecasting, customer profitability analysis, capital projects, and incentive plan calculations.Prepare and post journal entries and actively participate in the month-end close process.Support daily financial operations and ensure accurate and timely completion of reporting requirements.Maintain internal controls, investigate financial transactions, and recommend appropriate accounting treatment.What's Needed?Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.Minimum of 3 years of accounting and/or finance experience.Knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting systems.Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple levels of the organization.What's in it for me?Competitive pay and the opportunity to grow within a leading manufacturing organization.Exposure to plant operations and strategic decision-making.A collaborative team environment where your work directly supports operational success.Career development through continuous improvement and cross-functional partnership.The chance to make a direct impact on financial operations and facility performance.Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:Medical and Prescription Drug PlansDental PlanSupplemental Life InsuranceShort Term Disability Insurance401(k)