What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Matter Surfaces?
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Matter Surfaces is an industry-leading commercial flooring company headquartered in Southeastern Massachusetts, with distribution centers throughout the U.S., a showroom in New York City, and a nationwide sales network. We take pride in building strong partnerships with our clients, vendors, and one another - and we believe our success is tied to the success of those around us. As part of the Gerflor Flooring Group, a global leader in designing, manufacturing, and distributing innovative, environmentally responsible commercial flooring solutions, we have access to world-class products, resources, and expertise from around the world.
We are a team of passionate individuals who think that our business isn’t just our products, it’s our
relationships. We pride ourselves on building partnerships with our clients, vendors and each other and believe that we succeed when those around us do. We live by our values of passion, collaboration and impact and create an open environment in which everyone has a voice, is listened to and is valued for their contributions. Our people are our greatest asset and the core of our success.
POSITION OVERVIEW
This individual will be responsible for supporting general ledger activities, account reconciliations, rebate calculations, financial analysis, and month-end close processes. Depending on the candidate's experience level, responsibilities may focus on development and training opportunities or include more independent ownership of accounting processes and projects.
Under the direction of the General Ledger Manager, this individual will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end and year-end close activities, and ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and collaborative, with the ability to contribute to process improvements and support the continued growth of the organization.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES including the following:
Other duties may be assigned.
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts; ensure transactions are recorded in accordance with GAAP.
- Support or independently perform month-end close activities, including reconciliations, journal entries, and variance analysis.
- Daily reconciliation of the main operating bank account.
- Calculate and reconcile monthly/quarterly/annual rebate payments.
- Prepare monthly expense analysis for internal departments and divisions.
- Assist with preparation for external audits and annual budgeting process.
- Track and file annual corporate reports and other compliance requirements by state.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and enhanced controls.
- Support management with special projects as needed.
- Contributes to a positive and collaborative team culture.
QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and general ledger accounting.
- Experience with reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close activities.
- 1-3 years of experience working with accounting software and/or ERP systems; NetSuite a plus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and written/verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
- 1-3 years of Accounting experience
Salary Range: $55,000 to $62,000 annual
The base salary for this position may vary based on factors such as location, training, skills, and relevant experience. This position may include additional compensation in the form of bonus, incentive, or commissions. Bonus or incentive programs are subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
In addition, our comprehensive benefits include:
- Medical, Dental & Vision benefits.
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
- Company paid Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability.
- Voluntary benefits including Legal, Identity Theft, Supplemental Life, Critical Illness, Accident, and Pet Insurance Programs.
- 401k & Company provided match.
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and Parental Leave.
- Wellness Program, Service Awards, Educational Assistance and EAP
Salary : $55,000 - $62,000