Junior Staff Accountant

Junior Staff Accountant

Position Title : Junior Staff Accountant

FLSA Status : Non-exempt

Reports To : Accounting Manager

Location : Riverside, California

Position Summary : The Junior Staff Accountant is an entry level position with no previous professional accountant experience required. Assists in the Corporate General Accounting activities of the company. This position is key in month end financial closing and reporting as well as account reconciliation and analysis. The ideal candidate is an energetic and organized self-starter, who is proficient in Excel and month end close.

About Luxfer : Luxfer Holdings PLC is a manufacturer of sustainable transportation solutions and life-saving medical and emergency response equipment. With a reputation for innovation, Luxfer has pioneered the applications of magnesium, zirconium, and aluminum in the healthcare, transportation, emergency response, defense, and aerospace markets. We have a global presence, with manufacturing facilities in 4 countries and over 1,300 employees worldwide. As one of Luxfer's core values, the personal development of our employees is at the heart of what we do. Our culture thrives on innovation, and we seek achievers, leaders, and visionaries to revolutionize our business. We believe in each person's ability to bring their unique skills and passions into the challenging and constantly evolving industries we serve, providing an environment to grow, build relationships, and take advantage of career opportunities wherever they may take you.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Assist in the preparation and filing of all sales and property tax returns and all other requested filings for Gas Cylinders US.
• Liaison with affiliated companies to confirm monthly intercompany account balances and settlements to ensure successful elimination at consolidation by Luxfer Group Head Office.
• Prepare journal entries required to maintain appropriate general ledger account balances for intercompany accounts, cash, various prepaid and deferred expenses, and other accrued expenses. Prepare and maintain related account analyses and reconciliations to ensure proper reporting of the company's assets and liabilities.
• Assist in the month-end general ledger closing process for Gas Cylinders US preparation of complete and accurate financial statements.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of the monthly financial reporting package for Gas Cylinders US to Luxfer Group Head Office, ensuring accurate and timely transmission of data.
• Support Sarbanes-Oxley internal control compliance processes and assist the Internal Audit department with periodic audits and reviews.
• Participate in the company's annual financial audit as required.
• Maintenance of all fixed assets and associated reporting.
• Daily and monthly reconciliations of cash accounts.
• Maintenance of all leases and associated reporting.
• Business insurance annual renewal.

Required Skills and Abilities :

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Additional Information :

Luxfer Gas Cylinders is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities. Women, minorities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

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