Sr GL Accountant - KYOCERA SLD Laser, Inc

SLD Laser, a world leader in commercialization of gallium nitride (GaN) based laser light sources, was acquired by KYOCERA Corporation and has commenced operations as a wholly owned subsidiary and group company of KYOCERA Corporation under the name KYOCERA SLD Laser, Inc. (KSLD). KSLD is commercializing a new generation of gallium nitride-based laser light sources. KSLD’s high luminance LaserLightTM sources are utilized in a myriad of applications including automotive & mobility, specialty & portable lighting, entertainment & outdoor, projection & AR/VR displays, biomedical instrumentation & therapeutics, and industrial imaging & material processing.

The company is ISO 9001 certified and automotive compliant to IATF 16949, and operates facilities in Santa Barbara, CA, Fremont, CA and in Tucson, AZ. We are a global company with employees in Europe, China, Japan, Thailand and Malaysia. KSLD’s high luminance LaserLightTM sources are UL and IEC safety certified. The company was recently recognized for Fortune magazine’s "2022 Best Workplaces in Manufacturing & ProductionTM," having promoted an employee-centric corporate culture since its founding.

KSLD will continue to pioneer the future of light by developing, manufacturing and marketing innovative laser-based products with high efficiency and luminance for mobility, specialty lighting, consumer, and industrial applications.

To learn more about KSLD, visit www.kyocera-sldlaser.com or contact the company at info@kyocera-sldlaser.com or 1-866-753-5273.

The Staff Accountant will prepare and maintain financial records to track the organization’s assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Manage Accounts Receivable and collection processes, includes credit control monitoring and evaluation.
• Engage in full cycle general ledger activities in accordance with GAAP standard and local regulations.
• Period-end closing activities, including prepare journal entries, allocation, accruals, and reconciliation, as well as other duties in accordance with the company timelines and schedule.
• Calculate royalties due and warranty reserves.
• Reconciles bank accounts at least monthly, verifies deposits, and addresses inquiries from banks.
• Verifies and/or completes payment of invoices associated with accounts payable and ensures payments are charged to the appropriate accounts.
• Manage various tax compliance, including sales and use tax, property tax and business license filings.
• Serve as a key contributor for outside auditors and facilitate various audit requests.
• Coordinates with software vendor to maintain accounting software systems; recommends updates to enhance the accounting software.
• Manages the purchasing and invoicing system.
• Maintain and update company accounting procedures and process.
• Support preparation of reporting packages.
• Support other financial members if necessary.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor's or associate's degree in accounting, or in a related specialization.
• At least 2 years experience in general ledger accounting, or similar.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and a problem solver with a "can-do" mentality
• Knowledge of general financial accounting
• Strong analytical skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software, and accounting software.

The full-time base salary range for the Sr GL Accountant position is $102,000 to $120,000 per annum. The range reflects the minimum and maximum possible base salary for new hires for the role, based on the advertised location. Individual pay is determined by several factors including work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and training. For more information about the base salary range applicable to the work location, talk to the recruiter.

Kyocera SLD Laser, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements of personnel as classified.

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