What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Staff Accountant position at Aprio Talent Solutions?
Role Title: Corporate Staff Accountant
Location: Peachtree City, GA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Client Industry: Manufacturing
Compensation: $75,000 - $95,000
Summary: A hands-on staff accounting role at a manufacturing company. Day-to-day work covers journal entries, reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting, with some involvement in audits, budgeting/forecasting, and internal controls improvement.
Why It’s Worth Your Time
- Hands-on corporate accounting role with exposure to full-cycle close and reporting
- Opportunity to support audits, internal controls, and process improvements
- Stable, on-site environment within a manufacturing-focused organization
- Visibility across accounting, operations, and leadership teams
- Involvement in special projects, budgeting, and forecasting initiatives
What You’ll Own
- Prepare and post journal entries and maintain the general ledger
- Perform monthly account reconciliations and support month-end close
- Produce internal financial reports and assist with management reporting
- Support external audits and ensure compliance with accounting standards
- Maintain and improve internal controls and accounting processes
- Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve accounting issues
- Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc financial projects
Must‑Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 2 years of professional accounting experience, ideally in manufacturing
- Strong working knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
- Experience with journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close
- Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel
- High attention to detail and accuracy in financial work
Nice to Have
- Experience with QuickBooks Desktop (manufacturing) or E2 ERP
- Prior involvement in audit support or internal control initiatives
- CPA certification or progress toward certification
Salary : $75,000 - $95,000