Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support financial operations at our Appleton, Wisconsin location. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate records, reviewing expenses, and delivering timely analysis that helps operational and plant leadership make informed decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, sound judgment, and the ability to manage recurring month-end and reporting activities in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor financial activity, analyze spending trends, and prepare regular reports to support business decision-making.
• Review and maintain accurate general ledger coding and expense allocations to ensure proper financial reporting.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to maintain the integrity of financial records.
• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring timely and accurate month-end close processes.
• Analyze financial results, research variances, and provide insights on operational and business performance.
• Review accounting transactions for accuracy and compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to address accounting inquiries and support ongoing financial needs.
• Assist with budget monitoring, expense analysis, and reporting to help manage organizational costs.
• Prepare recurring financial reports, key performance metrics, and account analyses for management review.
• Support payroll, accounts payable, and other general accounting functions while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and internal controls.
• Contribute to process improvements and participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.

• Experience preparing journal entries, maintaining general ledger accuracy, and supporting month-end close activities.
• Proficiency in account reconciliation, including balance sheet, payroll, cash, and disbursement accounts.
• Strong analytical ability with experience identifying variances, investigating discrepancies, and explaining financial results.
• Background in expense analysis, budgeting support, and financial reporting within a business or plant environment.
• Ability to review purchase orders, invoices, and account coding with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills for working with internal departments and presenting findings to management.
• Working knowledge of accounting policies, internal controls, and compliance with applicable federal and state regulations.