Staff Accountant

Job Summary The Staff Accountant is a hands‑on contributor responsible for supporting core accounting operations across AP, AR, and General Ledger in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This role plays a critical part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting the close process, and ensuring strong balance sheet discipline. This is a high‑exposure, high‑learning role designed for someone who wants to grow within accounting. The right candidate is detail‑oriented, adaptable, and energized by working across multiple areas of the accounting function. Core Responsibilities General Accounting & Close Support Support month‑end and year‑end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations Maintain assigned balance sheet account reconciliations with clear documentation and follow‑through Assist in variance analysis and investigation of discrepancies Ensure accounting data is accurate, complete, and aligned with company standards AP / AR Support (Utility Player) Provide backup support for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes as needed Assist with vendor invoices, customer billing, and cash application Support resolution of discrepancies across AP and AR to ensure clean subledger tie‑outs Reconciliations & Financial Integrity Perform account reconciliations across key accounts, ensuring timely identification and resolution of reconciling items Maintain organized audit‑ready documentation for all assigned accounts Partner with team members to ensure alignment between subledgers and general ledger Process Improvement & Systems Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, efficiency, and accuracy Support adoption and optimization of accounting systems (D365, Excel‑based processes, etc.) Contribute to documentation of SOPs and standard work Required Qualifications 1–3+ years of accounting experience Strong foundation in AP, AR, GL, and reconciliations Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (lookups, pivots, basic analysis) High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field Experience in a manufacturing or operational environment Exposure to ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics 365) Experience supporting month‑end close processes What Success Looks Like Delivers accurate, timely reconciliations with clear documentation Supports a clean, predictable close process Demonstrates flexibility by stepping into AP/AR support when needed Continuously looks for ways to improve processes and reduce manual work Builds strong working relationships across the accounting team Ideal Candidate Profile Learner mindset — wants to grow into broader accounting ownership Adaptable and comfortable working across multiple accounting areas Strong work ethic and ownership mentality Open to change and new technology Collaborative team player who fits a fast‑paced, high‑accountability environment #J-18808-Ljbffr