Accountant

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Location: St. Peter, MN

Reports To: President

Company: Alumacraft Boats Inc.

At Alumacraft, we build more than just boats-we build community. As a proud leader in aluminum boat manufacturing, we are committed to delivering high-quality products while fostering a family-oriented, employee centered, and fun working environment. We offer a full range of benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with 4% match, and a performance-based annual profit-sharing program.

Position Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. This role is responsible for performing core accounting functions and supporting the accuracy and timeliness of the company's financial reporting. The Staff Accountant plays a key role in the monthly close process, account reconciliations, and general ledger activities, while partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure proper financial recording and control. This position operates with moderate independence and contributes to continuous improvement of accounting processes.

A good faith estimate of the salary range for this position is $60,000-$75,000 annually. This position is exempt for purposes of overtime reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals and adjustments
• Support and actively participate in month-end and year-end close processes
• Perform balance sheet and account reconciliations and investigate variances
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy
• Process and review accounts payable and accounts receivable activity as needed
• Assist in preparation of internal financial reports and supporting schedules
• Maintain organized documentation to support audit and compliance requirements
• Partner with operations payroll, and other departments to ensure accurate expense coding and reporting
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• 2-4 years of accounting experience (manufacturing or inventory environment preferred)
• Solid understanding of general ledger, reconciliations, and close processes
• Working knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP preferred)
• Proficiency in Mircosoft Excel experience with ERP systems preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting audits or working with external auditors
• Exposure to inventory and Standards Based