Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

As the Staff Accountant for a manufacturing company, you will take full ownership of key accounting functions including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and standard costing. You will play a crucial role in managing payments for goods and services essential to the day-to-day operations of the business, ensuring accuracy and efficiency within the Accounting/Finance Department.

Requirements of the Staff Accountant

• At least 3 years of experience in Accounting with knowledge of Sage 100 being a plus; a degree in Business Administration or Accounting is required.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business materials, write clear correspondence, and effectively present information to management, peers, vendors, and customers.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division), with a strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email programs.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles and practices, particularly general ledger accounts and their relation to invoices; ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to routinely interact with employees within the department and collaborate with other teams and external parties.

Responsibilities of the Staff Accountant

• Enter accounts payable invoices into the ERP system and create invoices for both domestic and international shipments.
• Perform reconciliations of accounts payable and prepare the monthly accruals for AP.
• Investigate and gather documentation for credit memos as they come in.
• Oversee prepayments and work with the Director of Accounting to ensure they are applied correctly.
• Process check requests, ensuring all required approvals are in place.
• Address issues with purchase orders and collaborate with the Supply Chain team to resolve them.
• Set up new vendors in the ERP system, including obtaining contact details, requesting W-9 forms, and determining if a 1099 needs to be issued at the end of the year.
• Ensure that any discrepancies related to supply chain purchase orders and receiving department issues are resolved promptly.

Full-Time, DIRECT HIRE

Pay is $75,000 - $90,000 annually, based on experience

If you have an open application with Matthews Professional Employment, Inc., please express your interest in this position to your consultant.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.