Staff Accountant

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain accuracy and integrity of accounting records.
• Assist with fixed asset accounting and depreciation schedules.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed.
• Auxiliary in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
• Prepare account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Analyze variances and provide explanations for unusual account activity.
• Support preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
• Auxiliary in processing weekly and bi-weekly payroll.
• Review payroll reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts.
• Maintain payroll records and assist with payroll audits and reporting requirements.
• Auxiliary in preparing schedules, reports, and documentation requested by auditors.
• Auxiliary in ensuring adherence to GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Auxiliary in physical inventory counts and cycle count programs.
• Analyze inventory variances and investigate discrepancies.
• Support cost accounting and inventory valuation activities.
• Work closely with operations and production teams to ensure inventory accuracy.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required. CPA designation or CPA candidate preferred.
• Experience: 3-5 years of accounting experience preferred. Manufacturing accounting experience strongly preferred. Experience with payroll processing and inventory accounting preferred. Experience supporting external audits preferred.
• Knowledge & Skills: Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial analysis functions. Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and accounting/ERP systems. Experience with manufacturing ERP systems preferred. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to periodically participate in physical inventory counts, including walking through manufacturing and warehouse areas.

Benefits

We offer paid holidays, PTO, 401K matching and medical benefits.