Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

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Our client, a growing manufacturing company, is seeking a Staff Accountant. The Staff Accountant will have high exposure to various business units within the organization and will support a verity of accounting functions. 

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post monthly journal entries while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger. 
• Assist with the month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. 
• Perform variance analysis and investigate fluctuations in financial results, providing meaningful explanations to management. 
• Support standard costing activities, including cost maintenance, analysis, and reporting. 
• Assist with the preparation of schedules and documentation for the annual financial audit and other external audits. 
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. 
• Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory transactions, and operational data to ensure financial accuracy. 
• Work closely with Operations, Production, Purchasing, and other departments to improve financial processes and provide accounting support. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance or related field required. 
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment. 
• Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting practices. 
• ERP system experience required. 
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas, and data analysis). 
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. 
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships across multiple departments.