Staff Accountant

## Description

**Position Summary**

The Staff Accountant supports the Controller in overseeing the daily accounting operations of the company, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulations. This role is responsible for managing key accounting functions including inventory and cost accounting, accounts payable, cash management, sales and use tax compliance, and month-end close activities.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting professional with manufacturing experience who can effectively balance operational accounting responsibilities with process improvement initiatives and cross-functional collaboration.

## Qualifications

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities**

Financial Reporting & General Accounting

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Manage and participate in month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analysis.
• Review general ledger activity and ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Support external audits, tax compliance, and financial reporting requirements.

Inventory & Cost Accounting

• Oversee inventory accounting for raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods.
• Monitor inventory valuation, reserves, and reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Analyze manufacturing variances, including labor, material, and overhead costs.
• Partner with operations and supply chain teams to improve inventory controls and accuracy.
• Support physical inventory counts and cycle count programs.
• Assist with standard cost maintenance and cost accounting analysis.

Cash Management & Treasury

• Monitor daily cash activity and manage cash reporting processes.
• Assist in cash flow forecasting and working capital management.
• Review cash disbursements and ensure adherence to company policies and internal controls.
• Support initiatives to optimize liquidity and improve cash management processes.

Accounts Payable Management

• Oversee accounts payable operations to ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.
• Review vendor reconciliations and resolve payment discrepancies.
• Monitor payment schedules and cash requirements.
• Evaluate and improve accounts payable processes and controls.
• Collaborate with purchasing and operations teams to ensure accurate invoice matching and vendor management.

Sales & Use Tax Compliance

• Manage sales and use tax filings and related compliance activities across applicable jurisdictions.
• Review tax accruals and reconciliations to ensure accuracy.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors as needed.
• Monitor changes in tax regulations and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.

Internal Controls & Process Improvement

• Maintain and strengthen internal controls across accounting, inventory, purchasing, cash management, and accounts payable functions.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, and system efficiencies.
• Assist with ERP system enhancements, implementations, and process automation initiatives.
• Support documentation and enforcement of accounting policies and procedures.

Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Serve as a business partner to operations, supply chain, purchasing, and executive leadership.
• Assist the Controller with strategic initiatives, special projects, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and operational excellence within the accounting function.

**Qualifications**

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with inventory accounting, cost accounting, accounts payable, cash management, and financial reporting.
• Experience with ERP systems and integrated accounting platforms.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Understanding of manufacturing accounting and cost accounting principles.
• Experience managing accounts payable, cash management, and sales tax compliance.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial analysis skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.