Staff Accountant

POSITION: Staff Accountant

FLSA: Part-Time, Hourly (20-30 hours per week, flexible based on business needs)

Salary Range: $25.00 - $27.50

General Summary:

The Staff Accountant will support the financial operations of our organization, a growing custom conveyor manufacturing company. This position is responsible for day-to-day accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial record maintenance. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, manufacturing accounting experience, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Process vendor invoices and maintain accounts payable records

2. Generate customer invoices and assist with collections and accounts receivable tracking

3. Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and general ledger accounts

4. Assist with employee expense reporting

5. Support month-end and year-end closing activities

6. Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems

7. Prepare financial reports, spreadsheets, and supporting documentation

8. Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures

9. Assist external accountants and auditors as needed

10. Perform additional administrative and accounting duties as assigned

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.

2. 2+ years of accounting or bookkeeping experience.

3. Manufacturing or industrial accounting experience preferred.

4. Experience with ERP/accounting software and Microsoft 365 Suite, including Excel

5. Strong attention to detail and accuracy

6. Excellent communication and organizational skills

7. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

8. High level of integrity and confidentiality

Key Behaviors:

1. Attention to Detail: Maintains a high level of accuracy in financial records and data entry; identifies

discrepancies and follows through to resolution; consistently produces organized and error-free work.

1. Accountability and Reliability: Meets deadlines and follows through on commitments; takes ownership of assigned responsibilities; demonstrates dependability and consistency in attendance and work quality.
2. Confidentiality and Integrity: Handles sensitive financial and employee information with discretion; demonstrates honesty and ethical decision-making; follows internal controls and company policies carefully.
3. Organization & Time Management: Effectively prioritizes multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment; maintains organized documentation and accounting records; manages recurring deadlines independently.
4. Self-Direction: Works effectively with limited supervision; demonstrates initiative and resourcefulness; independently manages workload during part-time schedule.
5. Problem Solving: investigates accounting discrepancies proactively; identifies process improvement opportunities; applies practical judgment to resolve routine financial issues.
6. Communication & Collaboration: Communicates clearly and professionally with vendors, customers, and internal departments; seeks clarification with needed.