Staff Accountant

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant supports accurate and timely financial reporting through general ledger accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close, and financial analysis. This position works closely with Finance and other departments to maintain accurate accounting records, support audits, strengthen internal controls, and improve financial processes.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and post journal entries and supporting documentation. Perform monthly balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations. Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close. Assist with accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, intercompany transactions, and cash activity. Prepare financial reports, account schedules, and supporting analyses.

Analyze account fluctuations, discrepancies, and budget-to-actual results. Assist with bank, credit card, payroll, benefits, and other financial reconciliations. Support internal and external audits and compliance reporting. Maintain accurate accounting records and follow established internal controls. Use Microsoft Dynamics 365 , Excel, Power Query, Power BI, and related tools for accounting, reporting, and process improvement.

Participate in ERP testing, data validation, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field required. 2+ years of accounting or related experience preferred. Working knowledge of GAAP and general accounting practices. Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations, and data analysis. ERP experience preferred; Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience is a plus.

Manufacturing, distribution, or consumer products experience preferred. Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines. Preferred Experience with Power BI, Power Query, Power Automate, ERP implementation/testing, or progress toward CPA or another accounting certification is a plus.