Staff Accountant

Malco Products Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and driven Staff Accountant to join our Accounting team. This role offers a broad range of responsibilities across general accounting, cost accounting, cash applications, billing execution, and credit support, along with exposure to accounts payable processes. This entry-level position is ideal for a professional looking to build a well-rounded foundation in a manufacturing accounting environment. The role is designed for individuals who thrive in a hands‑on, high-volume setting, take ownership of their work, and proactively identify opportunities for process improvement. Strong performers will be well-positioned for growth and advancement within the organization. Key Responsibilities General & Cost Accounting Support general ledger accuracy through account analysis and reconciliations Participate with month‑end close activities, including journal entries and audit support Assist with inventory and cost accounting processes within a manufacturing environment Assist with accounts payable processing and vendor inquiries, as needed Contribute to process improvement, documentation, and automation initiatives Cash Applications & Billing Post and apply customer payments accurately and timely (check, ACH, wire, credit card) Investigate and resolve unapplied cash, short pay, and payment discrepancies Generate and distribute customer invoices and statements Process credit memos, invoice corrections, and billing adjustments Customer Account Management & Collections Support Support maintenance of accurate customer account records, including aging and account reconciliations Assist with responses to customers and internal inquiries related to billing and payments, and account status Support monitoring of accounts receivable aging and collection activities Cash Management & Credit Support Provide back‑up support for cash management activities, including cash positioning, bank reporting and transaction support Support monitoring customer credit risk, including credit limits and account exposure Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred (minimum GPA of 3.0) 1–3 years of experience in accounting, accounts receivable, or collections Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics AX or similar preferred) Strong Microsoft Excel skills including advanced functions such as PivotTables, SUMIFS, XLOOKUP Proficient in AI tools such as Claude or demonstrated ability to quickly learn and apply AI solutions in a business environment High attention to detail and accuracy Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities Effective communication and interpersonal skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high‑volume environment Self‑motivated with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues #J-18808-Ljbffr Malco Products, Inc.