Staff Accountant

Staff AccountantThe Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the plant's accounting and financial reporting activities, including daily operational reporting, inventory control, month-end closing processes, accounts payable support, and product costing. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring inventory integrity, and providing meaningful operational and financial analysis. The ideal candidate will possess strong Microsoft Excel skills and have experience in a manufacturing environment.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrepare, analyze, and distribute daily operational and production reports, with a focus on production volume, yield, and scrap metrics.Conduct inventory cycle counts and investigates discrepancies to maintain inventory accuracy.Support month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entry preparation, account reconciliations, and financial analysis.Process and route non-purchase order vendor invoices for approval and submission to the Divisional Accounts Payable department.Participate in quarterly physical inventory counts and provide backup support to the Plant Controller.Develop and maintain standard costing work papers for new products and alternative item costs in collaboration with Engineering and Materials Management.Assist with internal and external audit requests related to inventory and financial reporting.Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance reporting accuracy and process efficiency.Perform special projects and other duties as assigned by the Plant Controller and management team.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Effective verbal and written communication skills.Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.Preferred Qualifications3–5 years of progressive accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.Experience with ERP systems and manufacturing accounting processes.Knowledge of inventory management, standard costing, and cost accounting principles.Experience supporting month-end close and financial reporting activities.Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies and manufacturing performance metrics.Key CompetenciesFinancial AnalysisInventory ControlCost AccountingProblem SolvingAttention to DetailTime ManagementCollaboration and TeamworkMicrosoft Excel ExpertiseProcess ImprovementCommunication SkillsPreferencesCPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CPA candidateExperience with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems