Senior Accountant

The following description is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Management retains the discretion of adding or changing the duties of the position at any time.

SUMMARY:

The Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing complex accounting activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting compliance with GAAP and internal controls. This role plays a key part in month-end close, financial analysis, and process improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Lead and execute month-end and year-end close processes

Prepare and review complex journal entries and account reconciliations

Ensure accuracy of financial statements and supporting schedules

Analyze variances and provide explanations to management

Support internal and external audits; act as primary audit contact for assigned areas

Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal controls

Assist with system implementations and process improvements

Mentor and review work of junior accounting staff as needed

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or CPA-eligible preferred)

4–7+ years of progressive accounting experience

Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting

Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems required

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Pay Range: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00

Location: Pasadena, CA BYD America Corporation/ BYD Motors, Inc./BYD Coach &Bus LLC/BYD Energy LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, age, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.