Regional Senior Accountant at AIR Control Concepts in Santa Fe Springs, CA

Job description

• AIR Control Concepts is a multi-billion dollar national enterprise of leading commercial HVAC solution providers.
• The Regional Senior Accountant (RSA) is a key member of the GAAP accounting team for one of the regions within AIR Control Concepts, a multi-billion dollar national enterprise of leading commercial HVAC solution providers. Each region encompasses approximately 6–15 operating entities, representing significant revenue and EBITDA within AIR’s enterprise structure.
• Reporting to the Regional Accounting Manager, the RSA is responsible for performing and reviewing complex accounting activities, ensuring the integrity of the general ledger, and maintaining compliance with corporate policies and GAAP. This role supports month-end close, prepares analytical reviews, and assists in maintaining a strong control environment across all assigned entities.
• This is a hands-on GAAP accounting role, ideal for a driven, detail-oriented professional seeking exposure to multi-entity accounting, consolidations, and finance transformation in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

• General Ledger & Month-End Close
• Execute and review journal entries, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Perform and review intercompany reconciliations across multiple entities; research and resolve variances timely.
• Record and reconcile commission accruals and payments to ensure accurate expense recognition and compliance with revenue recognition policies.
• Support the month-end close process for assigned entities, adhering to corporate deadlines and regional calendars.
• Prepare and review monthly analytical flux and variance analyses on key accounts to explain period-over-period changes.
• Ensure all financial data is properly recorded, documented, and supported in compliance with GAAP and company policy.
• Assist with consolidation and regional reporting packages under the direction of the RAM and RFC.
• Technical Accounting & Compliance
• Apply strong understanding of U.S. GAAP to ensure accurate accounting treatment of transactions.
• Support the implementation of corporate accounting policies and internal controls across all entities.
• Participate in audit preparation and support, ensuring all requested documentation is complete and accurate.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with sales and use tax requirements and related filings.
• Stay current on accounting standards and contribute to discussions around policy application and improvements.
• Process Improvement & Systems
• Identify and recommend process enhancements or automation opportunities to increase efficiency and accuracy in accounting operations.
• Support ERP system utilization (Oracle or similar) by maintaining data integrity and identifying configuration improvements.
• Assist in documentation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for recurring accounting processes.
• Partner with the RAM and Corporate Systems teams during ERP rollouts, integrations, and new entity onboarding.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with the FP&A team to ensure data integrity and provide input into management reporting and analysis.
• Partner with the regional finance accounting team’s transactional members (AR, AP, and Collections) to ensure accounting entries and reconciliations accurately reflect financial activity and align with regional policies.
• Collaborate with the Sales team to validate commission-related transactions, contract activity, and revenue recognition inputs as applicable.
• Partner with Staff Accountants to review supporting schedules and reconciliations for accuracy and consistency.
• Communicate effectively with Corporate Accounting on shared policies, system configurations, and intercompany matters.
• Coordinate with the RFM on open jobs review, project closeouts, and cash flow management activities.
• Growth & Team Support
• Actively pursue opportunities to expand knowledge in multi-entity consolidations, process improvement, and financial analysis.
• Support finance transformation initiatives led by the RAM and RFC.
• Provide mentorship and GAAP guidance to Staff Accountants as needed.

Requirements

• 3–6 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a multi-entity, high-growth, or complex organization.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA or CPA eligibility a plus.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and internal control principles.
• Demonstrated success in month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and variance analysis.
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, NetSuite, or similar) and intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and time management skills; ability to meet tight deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Proactive, collaborative team player with a continuous improvement mindset.

Skills

Required

• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP
• Internal control principles
• Month-end close
• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Journal entries
• Variance analysis
• Intermediate to advanced Excel
• High attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Time management skills
• Ability to meet tight deadlines
• Manage competing priorities

Benefits

• Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, vision, health savings account, pet insurance, critical illness/accident, and life insurance coverage to support your well-being.
• Financial Security – 401(k) retirement plan with company match and short/long-term disability coverage.
• Work-Life Balance – Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and an employee assistance program (EAP).
• Professional Development – Ongoing training opportunities and support for continuing education.