Staff Accountant
Responsibilities:
• Contribute to the monthly close process by preparing journal entries, completing account and bank reconciliations, and assisting with timely financial reporting.
• Maintain general ledger activity and help ensure routine accounting transactions are recorded accurately and consistently.
• Work closely with operational teams to improve transaction accuracy and support reliable financial data across the business.
• Assist with customer billing and accounts receivable tasks, including communication with customers when follow-up is required.
• Reconcile inventory-related accounts, prepare supporting reports, and help monitor inventory balances for accuracy.
• Participate in cycle counts and physical inventory reviews to validate records and investigate variances.
• Analyze standard and actual cost differences, research unusual fluctuations, and support resolution of discrepancies.
• Help document accounting procedures, reinforce internal controls, and support compliance with company policies.
• Provide assistance during annual audit activities, tax support requests, and other special projects or financial analyses as needed.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.• At least 1 year of accounting experience, with 2 or more years preferred.
• Background in manufacturing, consumer products, food and beverage, distribution, or another inventory-heavy environment is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of general ledger accounting, month-end close, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Experience supporting areas such as billing, fixed assets, lease accounting, or inventory accounting is beneficial.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with ERP or accounting systems such as NetSuite or similar platforms is preferred.
• Strong analytical ability, sound organizational skills, and the capacity to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, along with a proactive approach to learning and problem-solving.
Compensation
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