Senior Accountant

About Us:  LEMO is a privately owned Swiss company, located in Sonoma County among the rolling hills of Northern California's wine county, centrally located just 45 minutes north of San Francisco.

LEMO is a global leader in the design and manufacture of precision custom connection solutions since 1946. Providing high-quality push-pull connectors that can be found in a variety of challenging application environments including medical, industrial control, test and measurement, broadcast/audio/video, and telecommunications. LEMO also provides cable assembly services, prototyping and custom designs.

LEMO requires an uncompromising commitment to QUALITY, EXCELLENCE, and INNOVATION. As such, we encourage and invest in each employee to promote responsibility, personal growth, and integrity.

Limitations & Disclaimer:

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves and other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

EOE Statement:

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Position Summary 

Performs accounting functions related to general ledger accounting, Sales Reporting and cost accounting.  Responsible for maintaining accounting records and general ledger.                      

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for month end process
• Monthly bank reconciliation including preparation of journal entries
• Maintain accurate inter-company reconciliations
• Prepares and analyzes monthly account reconciliations
• Maintain the Fixed Asset and associated depreciation schedules
• Assists with preparing and analyzing financial statements monthly and report on variances
• Responsible for RMA Processing & monitor AR collections
• Working with the Accounts Receivable Specialist, maintain customer payment terms, credit limits, and credit holds in accordance with company policies. 
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and communicate collection concerns to the Accounting Manager.
• Prepares and reviews Margin Reports on a monthly basis.  Researching low margin business
• Responsible for daily cycle counts
• Prepare Sales Tax returns for various states
• Assist with Year end Audit
• Responsible for Standard Price, Delivery to Quote (PDQ)
• Prepares Daily/Monthly Sales Reports
• Prepares Quarterly Sales Forecast
• Responsible for Payroll, including 401k & Workers’ Comp payments and audits
• Back up for all basic accounting functions and costing function
• Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL JOB DESCRIPTION

This position primarily operates in an office environment and requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Duties may include sitting, standing, walking, communicating, using a computer and standard office equipment, and occasionally moving materials weighing up to 15 pounds. Occasional visits to manufacturing, warehouse, or production areas may be required. Appropriate safety procedures and PPE must be followed when entering operational areas.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor degree in Accounting preferred; or Bachelor degree in Business accepted with related experience
• Minimum five (5) years in related field or equivalent experience
• Data entry and 10-key by touch with speed and accuracy
• Strong attention to detail, time management and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Good ability to troubleshoot and solve problems
• Good judgment and analytical skills
• Excellent knowledge of double entry accounting and its procedures and requirements
• Working knowledge of Microsoft office products