Staff Accountant

Job Summary 

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant with 2-5 years of experience to join our finance team. In this role, you will handle core accounting functions while taking ownership of customer billing and accounts receivable processes. You will ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance with manufacturing-specific standards (e.g., inventory costing and cost of goods sold), and efficient cash flow management. This position reports to the Controller and offers opportunities for professional growth in a manufacturing-focused environment. 

Key Responsibilities 

• General Accounting (65%):
  • Prepare and post journal entries for month-end close, including accruals, prepayments, and depreciation.
  • Reconcile balance sheet accounts, such as bank statements, fixed assets, and inventory.
  • Assist in the preparation of financial statements, budgets, and variance analysis.
  • Support cost accounting tasks, including tracking manufacturing overhead, labor costs, and inventory valuation.
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, and NETFORM internal controls.
• Customer Billing and Accounts Receivable Management (25%):
  • Generate and distribute accurate customer invoices based on production orders, shipments, and contracts.
  • Manage the full AR cycle: post payments, apply credits, resolve discrepancies, and follow up on overdue accounts.
• Perform credit checks on new customers and monitor credit limits for existing ones.
• Prepare AR aging reports, analyze collection trends, and recommend strategies to minimize bad debt.
• Collaborate with sales, production, and shipping teams to resolve billing disputes and ensure timely invoicing.
• Other Duties (10%):
  • Assist with audits including documentation preparation
  • Maintain accurate records in Plex ERP systems and support system improvements.
  • Contribute to process improvements in billing and AR to enhance efficiency in a manufacturing workflow.

Qualifications 

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: 2-5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP) and accounting software.
  • Strong understanding of general accounting principles, including month-end close processes, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Soft Skills: Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines in a high-volume environment. Strong communication skills for interacting with cross-functional teams and customers.
• Other: Ability to work onsite in the Maumee Ohio plant with an option for hybrid 1 day per week.
• The position reports to the NETFORM Controller.