What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bookkeeper (ERP Focus) position at Welding Works?
Job Summary:
RWT Corp. is comprised of three (3) business units - Welding Works, a custom fabrication shop that also offers support services such as manufacturing engineering, problem-solving, drafting and job documentation; Schaefer Machine Co. manufactures a full line of glue coating machinery, roll coating machines, and lamination equipment for industrial and commercial application; Potdevin Machine manufactures specialized devices such as glue spreaders, label pasters, and rotary press machines.
RWT Corp. is comprised of three (3) business units - Welding Works, a custom fabrication shop that also offers support services such as manufacturing engineering, problem-solving, drafting and job documentation; Schaefer Machine Co. manufactures a full line of glue coating machinery, roll coating machines, and lamination equipment for industrial and commercial application; Potdevin Machine manufactures specialized devices such as glue spreaders, label pasters, and rotary press machines.
We are seeking a highly experienced accounting professional with a strong background in ERP systems (preferably ECI/JobBoss) and inventory-driven environments. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing daily transactions, and ensuring alignment between operational activity and financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings deep hands-on experience with inventory, WIP (Work-in-Progress), and ERP system flows (preferably ECI/JobBoss) and can independently manage and reconcile data across systems such as ERP platforms and QuickBooks. This is a high-ownership role requiring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies across systems.
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Key Responsibilities:
Accounting & Financial Operations:
- Monitor bank activity, perform reconciliations, and manage ACH transactions.
- Maintain accurate general ledger (G/L) across multiple entities.
- Process invoices, manage vendor communications, and oversee accounts payable.
- Prepare and execute check runs and electronic payments.
- Develop and maintain cash flow reporting and payables planning.
- Manage payroll journal entries and funding coordination.
- Perform bank uploads and support fraud prevention controls.
ERP, Systems & Data Integrity:
- Ensure synchronization and data integrity between ERP systems and QuickBooks.
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies between operational and financial systems.
- Maintain accurate transaction flows across purchasing, receiving, production, and sales.
- Support system improvements and process optimization.
Inventory & Cost Accounting (Critical Requirement):
- Manage and reconcile inventory transactions to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Maintain alignment between ERP inventory subledger and G/L.
- Ensure accurate inventory costing (standard, average, or job costing).
- Support month-end close processes related to inventory, including:
Inventory reconciliation, WIP valuation, Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) accuracy.
Compliance & Reporting:
- Prepare and file sales tax (NY/CT) and annual property tax filings.
- Maintain accurate and audit-ready financial records.
- Develop and maintain financial and operational reports.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- 10-15 years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping (inventory-based environment strongly preferred).
- Strong experience with QuickBooks Premier.
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems (ECI strongly preferred).
- Advanced Excel skills (data analysis, reconciliations, reporting).
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and take full ownership of responsibilities.
- Strong communication skills across accounting and operational teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Experience in manufacturing or production environments.
- Proven ability to identify inefficiencies and improve processes across systems.
What We’re Looking For:
This role is best suited for someone who:
- Understands how day-to-day operations impact financials.
- Can troubleshoot ERP and accounting system issues independently.
- Takes ownership of processes and drives accuracy across the organization.
- Is comfortable working in a hands-on, detail-intensive environment.
Salary : $72,500 - $81,000