Payroll Jobs in Santa Rosa, CA

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Lead and execute the monthly close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.

Ensure books and records comply with GAAP and Corporate accounting policies.

Review revenue recognition, including RMA deductions and quarter-end shipment cutoffs.

Prepare and record journal entries for accruals, reserves, deferrals, amortization, and non-routine transactions.

Reconcile all balance sheet accounts, including cash, inventory, WIP, accrued liabilities, reserves, fixed assets / CIP, deferred revenue, prepaid expenses, payroll, and intercompany accounts.

Resolve inventory variances and out-of-balance conditions prior to closing.

Review inventory transactions, calculate WIP and finished goods adjustments, record in-transit inventory, and evaluate slow-moving and obsolete inventory.

Calculate R&D engineering and material costs.

Review fixed asset activity, disposals, and depreciation.

Calculate and record bonus accruals (BIP / EIP) based on corporate guidance.

Maintain and manage the monthly close checklist.

Import trial balance data from Dynamics into Hyperion.

Ensure site-level accounting practices align with corporate accounting policies.

Implement and maintain record retention policies.

Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning related to financials, headcount, and capital expenditures.

Manage fixed assets, including purchases, depreciation, amortization, and disposals.

Manage California sales and use tax compliance, including accruals and monthly prepayments.

Manage Sonoma County property tax filings, audits, accruals and payments.

Oversee all accounts payable transactions.

Manage accounts receivable activities, including collections, payments, and credit / debit memos.

Manage payroll-related accruals for bi-annual extra payroll.

Manage service contract amortization and terminations.

Oversee site bank account activity, including approved wire transfers, deposits, vendor debits, and corporate card activity.

Prepare for and support internal audits and SOX compliance.

Prepare monthly departmental financial reports and conduct variance analysis.

Partner with department managers to review results and track AOP performance.

Education & Experience

10+ years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment

Full ownership of monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes

Strong experience with balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, reserves, and journal entries

Budgeting (AOP), forecasting, margin analysis, and KPI development

Financial statement preparation and variance analysis

GAAP compliance and audit coordination

ERP experience (Microsoft Dynamics GP, Oracle, SAGE)

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Skills

Strong understanding of GAAP and financial statements

Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Strong cross-functional communication and collaboration skills

High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a demanding environment.

Demonstrated leadership, professionalism, and ethical standards.

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp.

Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and / or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp. :

Integrity - Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability - Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect - Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm - Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp.

is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com .Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components.

We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets.

Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program.

It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth.

Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies : We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.The Controller is responsible for all finance and accounting activities for the ACC site.

This role ensures the integrity, accuracy, and completeness of financial records and reporting in compliance with GAAP and Corporate policies.

The Controller owns the month-end close process, balance sheet reconciliations, inventory standard costing, and statutory and corporate reporting.

The position serves as a key financial partner to site leadership and corporate finance and supports audits, planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.