Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Department: Accounting

Location: Duluth, GA

About The Role

WEG Electric Corp. is hiring a Staff Accountant.

The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the finance department through accurate financial reporting, account reconciliations, month-end close activities, and maintenance of accounting records. This is an early-career to mid-level accounting position , ideal for candidates with a foundational accounting background who are looking to continue developing their skills in a corporate environment.

Candidates should have hands-on accounting experience but are not expected to have extensive ownership of complex accounting functions, leadership responsibilities, or advanced technical accounting expertise.

This position is fully onsite Monday through Friday and requires regular in-office collaboration with the accounting and finance team.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts

• Perform detailed account analysis to ensure accuracy of financial data

• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in accounts, documents, and reports

• Prepare and post journal entries for month-end close

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes

• Support internal and external audit processes by preparing necessary schedules and documentation

• Assist with the preparation of various financial statements and reports

• Provide timely and accurate financial reporting to management

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts

• Monitor budget vs. actual performance and prepare reports on budget variances

• Perform remote bank deposits

• Administer the Motus car allowance program

• Work with WEG Business Services (WBS) to accomplish assigned tasks and responsibilities

• Assist in entering accounts payable transactions

• Perform new vendor setup verification

• Upload payroll data to the general ledger monthly

• Analyze and prepare employee reimbursements and deductions data for payroll processing

• Calculate bi-weekly payroll wage accrual monthly

• Maintain accuracy of prepaid expenses, including insurance, tradeshows, etc.

• Process invoicing of insurance, legal, and other administrative charges to US business units

• Assist with the proper recording of all fixed asset transactions, including disposals

• Assist in preparing account details for federal and state income tax filings

• Ensure adherence to GAAP, IFRS, and other accounting policies

• Ensure adherence to all company accounting policies and procedures

• Ensure adherence to internal financial controls, supporting the company's governance framework

• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency

• Participate in accounting projects, such as system implementations, automation initiatives, or process reengineering

• Maintain key financial metrics and report them to management

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Experience & Knowledge:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

• 2-3 years of accounting experience in a corporate or manufacturing environment

• At least 1 year of SAP experience

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including working with large data sets, pivot tables, and formulas

• Working knowledge of US GAAP and financial accounting principles

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and accuracy

• Effective verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Preferred Experience:

• Accounting experience within manufacturing, industrial, electrical equipment, automation, engineered products, distribution, or other related industries

• Experience supporting month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting activities

• Experience working in SAP within a manufacturing or corporate accounting environment

• Exposure to IFRS reporting

• Prior experience in a multi-location or global organization

About WEG Electric Corp.

WEG Electric Corp. is the largest industrial electric motor manufacturer in the Americas and one of the largest manufacturers of electric motors in the world producing more than 21 million units annually. Founded in 1961, WEG Electric Corp. operates mainly in the sector of capital goods, having five main businesses: Motors, Energy, Automation, Coatings Transmission & Distribution, providing global solutions for electric motors, variable frequency drives, soft starters, controls, panels, transformers, and generators. The US corporate office is located in Duluth, GA with manufacturing units in Minnesota, Indiana and Missouri with over 30 thousand employees worldwide. Visit our website to learn more:

We offer a pleasant work environment, competitive compensation and full benefits package. To Apply: All candidates must submit an updated resume and complete our application in order to be considered for this position. Must be authorized to work in the United States. WEG Electric Corp. does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.