Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a Contract position based in Mentor, Ohio. This role will help maintain accurate financial records, manage billing and payment activity, and contribute to smooth month-end accounting processes. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, works well across departments, and can communicate clearly with both internal teams and external contacts.

Responsibilities:
• Record financial transactions in a timely manner while maintaining accuracy and alignment with company accounting standards.
• Prepare customer invoices, apply incoming payments, and monitor outstanding balances to support effective collections.
• Review purchasing documentation and vendor billing, then process payments accurately for approved obligations.
• Investigate and resolve billing or payment discrepancies by working directly with customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activity, complete bank reconciliations, and maintain reliable data across Cetec and QuickBooks.
• Assist with journal entries, general ledger balancing, and other routine accounting tasks tied to financial close activities.
• Provide backup support for employee timekeeping review and payroll processing when needed.
• Support accounting activities related to cost tracking, inventory movement, and manufacturing-related financial transactions.

Qualifications:

• Experience in a Staff Accountant or similar accounting role with hands-on responsibility for core transactional accounting functions.
• Working knowledge of journal entries, general ledger reconciliation, and day-to-day accounting controls.
• Familiarity with corporate tax, sales tax, and corporate tax return processes.
• Understanding of cost accounting, inventory accounting, and accounting practices within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with accounting platforms such as Cetec, Accpac, and QuickBooks is preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel, with the ability to analyze financial data efficiently.
• Ability to explain financial information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Compensation

$23.75-$27.50 Hourly

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