Staff Accountant: GAAP, AP & Month-End (Manufacturing)

Position: Staff Accountant Location: Norcross, GA Job Id: 438 The Staff Accountant is responsible for full‑cycle accounts payable and will support the monthly close process, sales and other tax filings, intercompany reconciliations, and reporting. This full‑time position is based out of our Norcross, GA facility and 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. Conduct 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. Cross‑train 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. 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. Analytical ability, critical thinking/problem‑solving skills. Strong self‑starter, confident in business acumen. Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in manufacturing environment, project‑based business. Completion accounting a plus. Previous ERP/MRP experience a plus. Experience with Odoo Enterprise is advantageous. Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, pivot tables). 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. 100% Office Setting. This is a non‑exempt position. Compensation is dependent on skill level; base salary range is $65,000 to $70,000. Benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, and voluntary ancillary benefits. The Company has a 401(k)‑match program and offers company‑paid life and AD&D insurance to eligible employees. Cleanwater1, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries maintain an equal‑opportunity employment policy. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr UGSI Solutions