Accounting Assistant - Manufacturing

Are you an organized, detail-driven accounting professional who enjoys supporting daily financial operations? This role offers strong career growth potential, exposure to multiple areas of accounting, and a supportive team environment where your work truly matters.

You'll assist with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, general ledger reconciliation, fixed asset documentation, and other essential accounting functions. This position is ideal for someone who likes a mix of structured tasks, problem-solving, and collaboration.

What You'll Do

Process and verify expense reports; reconcile financial reports and account balances.

Facilitate vendor payments by verifying information, reviewing purchase orders, and resolving discrepancies.

Prepare and post customer payments; create and submit invoices; update customer files.

Draft standard collections correspondence and follow up on delinquent accounts.

Generate requested account status reports and research vendor/customer discrepancies.

Assist with monthly billing statements and general ledger reconciliation.

Maintain fixed asset documentation, petty cash records, and sales tax reporting.

Support continuous improvement efforts, 7S activities, and safety initiatives.

What's In It for You

Competitive compensation and performance-based bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Three weeks of PTO

Short- and long-term disability coverage

A stable, team-oriented environment

Clear career growth opportunities for motivated accounting professionals

What You Bring

High school diploma required; Business or Accounting degree preferred

CAPP certification preferred (not required)

2-5+ years of accounting or manufacturing experience

Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills

Excellent organization, confidentiality, accuracy, and attention to detail

Strong problem-solving, communication, and critical-thinking skills

Ability to work under fluctuating workloads and contribute to teamwork and continuous improvement

If you're looking for a role where you can expand your accounting skills, contribute to a strong operational team, and grow your career, this is an excellent opportunity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.