Staff Accountant

Pure Air Filtration, LLC ("Company") is a wholly owned subsidiary of Cleanwater1, Inc., a global provider of on-site hypochlorite generation equipment, polymer activation systems, chemical feed systems, air purification and odor control equipment, and potable water mixing and treatment systems serving the water and wastewater treatment industries. Cleanwater1, Inc., Inc., through its various operating subsidiaries, is one of the most dynamic and fastest growing companies in the water infrastructure market.

The Staff Accountant is responsible for full cycle AP and will support the monthly close process, sales and other tax filings, intercompany reconciliations, and reporting. This is a full-time position based out of our Norcross, Georgia facility. The Staff Accountant reports to the Director of Finance.

Essential Job Functions

Accounts Payable

• Process vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy, appropriate approvals, and correct coding to the general ledger.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receipts, ensuring proper documentation and approvals.
• Prepare weekly check run as per payment terms and company policies.
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions and resolve discrepancies with vendors or internal stakeholders.
• Review and audit employee expense reports for accuracy and compliance with travel and expense policies.
• Maintain vendor files, ensuring W-9 forms, tax documentation, and other required records are current.
• Assist in month-end closing activities, including AP accruals and reconciliations.
• Support audits (internal and external) by preparing schedules and providing documentation as requested.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and streamline AP processes.
• Provide excellent customer service to vendors and internal stakeholders regarding invoice/payment inquiries.

Reconciliations, Reporting & Month-End Close

• Perform daily bank reconciliations and maintain accurate ledgers.
• Prepare journal entries and support monthly close deadlines.
• Ensure all intercompany transactions are recorded on a timely basis and that intercompany accounts remain in balance.
• Support sales tax and 1099 filings.
• Account reconciliations including inventory. Investigate any significant variances.
• Support annual financial audit requirements and deliverables.
• Prepare special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Assist with budget and forecast preparation as needed.
• Publish weekly AP performance metrics and provide relevant AP updates to leadership.

Cross-Functional Support

• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external AP and other inquiries.
• Support other accounting functions as needed.
• Assist with internal and external audits through schedules, documentation, and testing support.
• Crosstrain colleagues to support team coverage and continuity.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Identify and recommend workflow and control improvements.
• Support ongoing modernization efforts across our accounting systems and processes.
• Maintain compliance with GAAP and internal control requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting.
• Minimum three to five years of experience as a staff/senior accountant with relevant industry experience and/or a history of progressive career advancement.
• Previous experience in manufacturing environment, project-based business. Percentage of completion accounting a plus.
• Solid understanding of GAAP accounting fundamentals and accrual accounting.
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close process.
• Knowledge of Financial/Cost Accounting and the ability to adhere to GAAP.
• Intermediate Excel Skills (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, SUMIFs)
• Previous ERP/MRP experience a plus. Experience with Odoo Enterprise is advantageous.
• Analytical ability, critical thinking/problem-solving skills.
• Strong self-starter, and confident in their business acumen.
• Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Excel skills (XLOOKUP, Complex nested Ifs, Data Models, Power Pivot).

Physical Demands

• Ability to perform work in a sitting position for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to look at computer monitors for much of the workday.

Work Environment

• 100% Office Setting.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This is a non-exempt position. Compensation is dependent on skill level. The base salary range for this position is $65,000 and $70,000. Benefits package and incentives are provided. We generally offer employees working 21 hours per work or more medical, dental, vision, along with voluntary ancillary benefits. The Company has a 401(k)-match program and has company-paid life and AD&D insurance available for eligible employees.

Cleanwater1, Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Cleanwater1, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries maintain a drug-free workplace.

Pay Range: $65,000 - $70,000 per year