Accounting Associate

At Columbia Industries, we believe in:

• Belonging to the Columbia Family
• High Performance People Creating Incredible Results
• Answering: “What if the Impossible Were Possible?”

We are seeking a motivated and team-oriented accounting associate to join our team in Starkville, Mississippi.

This role supports day-to-day accounting and operational activities including accounts receivable, cash flow reporting, account reconciliations, month-end close assistance, journal entries, and will provide some administrative support for human resources as needed.

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of core accounting principles, along with strong Excel skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. They will also be dependable, adaptable, operationally minded, eager to learn, and willing to pitch in wherever needed to support the business.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform accounts receivable duties and customer payment tracking
• Assist with daily and weekly cash flow reporting
• Perform reconciliations and routine accounting support tasks
• Assist with reporting, spreadsheet preparation, and data analysis
• Support operational and administrative needs across departments as needed
• Work collaboratively with operations, HR, supply chain, and leadership teams

Qualifications

• Degree in accounting, finance, or business; current undergraduate or graduate students nearing graduation may also be considered
• Strong Excel skills required
• Understanding of core accounting concepts and GAAP required, including reconciliations, journal entries, and basics of financial reporting
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude and willingness to support the broader team

Critical Skills

• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking mindset
• Positive attitude and willingness to contribute to a collaborative, high-performance team environment
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and follow-through
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and business needs
• Team-oriented mindset with willingness to support other departments and help where needed
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with all employees
• Alignment with company values centered around family, teamwork, initiative, accountability, and creating exceptional results

Work Environment

• Hybrid environment. Candidate must be willing to work from the office located within a manufacturing plant environment at least 3 days per week.
• Fast-paced environment requiring adaptability, professionalism, and responsiveness
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in production areas, including hard hat, safety glasses, and steel-toed shoes