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Staff Accountant

IDEX Corporation

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.

With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses ( around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the day-to-day

accounting operations of the organization while ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of

financial information. This position plays a key role in maintaining the general ledger, preparing

financial transactions, supporting month-end and year-end close activities, and ensuring compliance

with generally accepted accounting principles (US GAAP).

Working closely with the Controller and other members of the finance team, the Staff Accountant

partners with operations, purchasing, production, and other departments to provide accurate

financial reporting, improve accounting processes, and support informed business decisions. This

role offers opportunities to expand technical accounting knowledge while contributing to process

improvements and organizational growth.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTONS:

A qualified individual with a disability must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or

without reasonable accommodation.

General Accounting

· Prepare, review, and post recurring and non-recurring journal entries.

· Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by ensuring transactions are recorded accurately

and timely.

· Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations, researching and resolving

discrepancies.

· Assist in completing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities within established

deadlines.

· Analyze financial data, identify unusual variances, and recommend appropriate corrective

actions.

· Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for financial reporting.

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

· Process vendor invoices and ensure timely, accurate payment of obligations.

· Prepare and distribute customer invoices.

· Record customer receipts and vendor payments while maintaining accurate accounting

records.

· Monitor accounts receivable aging and assist with collection efforts as needed.

· Respond to vendor and customer inquiries regarding payment status and account activity.

· Support cash application and account reconciliation activities.

Fixed Assets & Inventory

· Record capital asset acquisitions and maintain the fixed asset register.

· Track asset additions, transfers, disposals, and depreciation.

· Assist in maintaining accurate inventory valuation and related accounting records.

· Support physical inventory counts and cycle count activities.

· Collaborate with production and purchasing teams to ensure inventory transactions are accurately recorded. Financial Reporting & Analysis · Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules for management. · Assist in budget preparation, forecasting, and financial analysis. · Investigate account fluctuations and explain significant variances. · Support management by providing timely and reliable financial information. Compliance & Audit Support · Ensure accounting activities comply with US GAAP, company policies, and internal controls. · Prepare documentation and schedules for internal and external audits. · Assist with sales tax filings, property tax reporting, and other regulatory requirements. · Maintain organized accounting records and documentation that support financial transactions. · Participate in implementing recommendations resulting from audits or compliance reviews. Internal Controls & Process Improvement · Follow established accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. · Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and standardization within accounting processes. · Assist in documenting accounting policies and procedures. · Maintain appropriate segregation of duties and safeguard company assets. · Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that support operational excellence. Systems & Technology · Utilize accounting and ERP systems to process transactions and generate reports. · Support the organization's transition from QuickBooks to JD Edwards by assisting with testing, data validation, and process implementation. · Leverage Microsoft Excel and other business applications to analyze financial information and improve reporting. · Recommend enhancements that improve automation, reporting capabilities, and overall system efficiency. Collaboration & Working Relationships · The Staff Accountant works closely with: · Controller and Finance leadership · Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable personnel · Production and Operations teams · Purchasing and Supply Chain · Sales and Customer Service · External auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners, as needed · Success in this role requires building strong working relationships across departments while providing responsive and professional financial support. · Performs other related duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position primarily works in an office environment. It requires frequent sitting, standing, and

walking. May occasionally be required to travel locally and regionally in own vehicle and to attend conferences or other related events.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Required

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

· One to three years of progressive accounting experience.

· Working knowledge of US GAAP.

· Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

· Experience with accounting or ERP software.

· Due to the position’s access to export-controlled technical data, candidates must qualify as a “U.S. person” under applicable U.S. export-control regulations. This includes U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents.

Preferred

· Manufacturing accounting experience.

· Experience with inventory accounting and cost accounting.

· Experience supporting ERP implementations or system conversions.

· Experience with JD Edwards or similar ERP systems.

** The above statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer . IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at View email address on click.appcast.io for assistance with an accommodation. These contact tools may be used only by individuals with a disability for accommodation requests. Do not inquire as to the status of an application.

Job Family: Finance

Business Unit: Micro-LAM

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