Performs manufacturing cost analysis, production variance reporting, inventory accounting, accounts payable processing, invoice reconciliation, and month-end close support. Maintains standard costing systems and inventory records, conducts physical inventory counts, and prepares reports using Excel and ERP systems. Provides cost analysis to operations and management while ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
Job Summary & Responsibilities
Position Overview
The Staff Accountant is a part of the finance team vital in ensuring accurate cost analysis, tracking of production data, and managing accounts payable processes. This role will have strong Excel skills and experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities
- Analyzes and monitors manufacturing costs, labor, materials, and overhead
- Prepares and reviews production reports and variances
- Supports month-end close activities related to inventory
- Reconciles and processes vendor invoices, credits, and payments in a timely manner
- Assists in maintaining accurate inventory records and performs periodic physical inventory counts
- Develops and maintains standard costing systems
- Generates detailed reports using Excel and ERP systems
- Provides cost analysis support to operations and management teams
- Ensures compliance with company policies and accounting standards
Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Minimum Experience Required
- Two (2) years of experience in cost accounting
License(s) and/or Certification(s) Required
- n/a
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, formulas)
- Experience with Accounts Payable processes and general accounting
- Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Oracle, etc.)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with production reporting tools or manufacturing software
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing or standard costing methodologies
- Experience in a manufacturing or production setting
This is an active vacancy.
The salary range for this position is: $65K to $75K
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