Staff Accountant

Job DetailsJob Location: STOW, OH 44224Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $57,000.00 Salary/year

Summary of Position

The Staff Accountant supports the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization, including general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and financial reporting.

Scope

Perform core accounting functions - including reconciliations, journal entries, and reporting support - in accordance with established accounting policies, internal controls, and monthly close deadlines. Work is primarily transactional and support-level, performed under the review and guidance of senior accounting staff, with increasing autonomy as proficiency develops.

Responsibilities

Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger
Reconcile cash sheet weekly and balance sheet accounts monthly
Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed
Prepare supporting schedules for financial statements and audits as needed
Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
Help maintain accurate fixed asset and depreciation records
Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
Assist with sales tax filings and other regulatory reporting
Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records
Support external auditors during annual audits by providing requested documentation
Perform other accounting duties and special projects as assigned
Assist with Cost Accounting as proficiency develops

Qualifications

Preferred Education/Experience/Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
1 to 4 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
Ability to apply knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Proficient in MS Excel and ERP software
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Sense of urgency and ability to deliver expected results
Ability to research, compile, analyze, and interpret data
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Personnel Supervised

Direct:

N/A

Indirect:

N/A

Physical Requirements

This role is typically performed in an office setting with standard business hours. Occasional overtime may be required during month-end close, quarter-end close, and audit periods.  While performing the duties of this job one would occasionally be required to stand, sit, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities require close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions and the ability to adjust focus. Job duties will generally be performed in an office environment, but may require visits to the production floor.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

It is the policy of AIC that no employee or applicant will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status or disability.