Accounting Specialist

Who is Golden West Packaging Group (GWPG)?

We are a leading West Coast mill-independent specialty packaging and printing business. We are the people behind the innovative packaging solutions that make it possible for our customers’ products to reach our community – at home, school, work, at play, and everywhere in between.

With 13 manufacturing facilities primarily in California and Washington state, our extensive production capabilities include structural and graphic design, value-added converting, flexographic printing, and lithographic lamination. Our advanced, environmentally sustainable packaging solutions serve a wide range of well-known customer brands across multiple industries including agriculture, food services, medical device, food products, wineries, high tech, pharma, cosmetics and many more!

Why is Golden West Packaging Group THE place to work?

We are a well-established, growing company in a stable industry that is re-imagining itself to be a place where everyone knows everyone, where you can make a difference, and where you can learn and grow professionally.

We are focused on safety and building an employee-centric work environment where team members can experience camaraderie, relevance, and career advancement.

As the packaging and logistics sector continues to grow, we’re growing with it and creating new opportunities. Come make your mark at a company that strives to celebrate your individuality, skills, and talents.

At Golden West Packaging Group, you’ll feel the difference and make a difference

Position Summary

The Accounting Specialist II supports the financial operations of the company by handling transactional accounting and financial reporting activities. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with internal controls. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, solid accounting knowledge, and the ability to collaborate across departments.

Key Responsibilities

General Accounting

• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial data flow
• Create and process customer invoices, coordinating with Finance, Sales, Customer Service, and IT to resolve billing exceptions and system issues
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals and reclassifications
• Assist with monthly and year-end close processes
• Reconcile general ledger accounts

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure adherence to company policies and controls
• Prepare financial and operational reports
• Identify process improvement opportunities within accounting processes
• Perform ad hoc requests and analyses as needed

Golden West Packaging Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.

California Pay Transparency Disclaimer: This is an Exempt position. The pay range for this position is $71,500 to $75,000. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role. Actual placement within range will be contingent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, education, experience, internal equity and alignment with market data.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred)
• Experience: 2–5 years of accounting experience
• Experience using accounting or ERP systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Preferred Skills

• Experience in financial analysis and reporting
• Exposure to cross-functional business operations
• Familiarity with process improvement practices

Key Competencies

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration
• Accountability and ownership
• Time management in a deadline-driven environment

Work Environment & Reporting Structure

• Reports to: Accounting Manager / Controller
• Work setting: Primarily office-based
• Travel: Occasional (if applicable)
• Schedule: May require extended hours during month-end and year-end close periods