Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

** Staff Accountant **

As the Staff Accountant for a manufacturing company, you will take full ownership of key accounting functions including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and standard costing. You will play a crucial role in managing payments for goods and services essential to the day-to-day operations of the business, ensuring accuracy and efficiency within the Accounting/Finance Department.

** Requirements of the Staff Accountant **

• At least 3 years of experience in Accounting with knowledge of Sage 100 being a plus; a degree in Business Administration or Accounting is required.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business materials, write clear correspondence, and effectively present information to management, peers, vendors, and customers.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division), with a strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email programs.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles and practices, particularly general ledger accounts and their relation to invoices; ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to routinely interact with employees within the department and collaborate with other teams and external parties.

** Responsibilities of the Staff Accountant **

• Enter accounts payable invoices into the ERP system and create invoices for both domestic and international shipments.
• Perform reconciliations of accounts payable and prepare the monthly accruals for AP.
• Investigate and gather documentation for credit memos as they come in.
• Oversee prepayments and work with the Director of Accounting to ensure they are applied correctly.
• Process check requests, ensuring all required approvals are in place.
• Address issues with purchase orders and collaborate with the Supply Chain team to resolve them.
• Set up new vendors in the ERP system, including obtaining contact details, requesting W-9 forms, and determining if a 1099 needs to be issued at the end of the year.
• Ensure that any discrepancies related to supply chain purchase orders and receiving department issues are resolved promptly.

Full-Time, DIRECT HIRE

Pay is $75,000 - $90,000 annually, based on experience

_ If you have an open application with Matthews Professional Employment, Inc., please express your interest in this position to your consultant. _

_ Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. _