Staff Accountant

Rehlko•Hattiesburg, MS

About The Position

Our work at Rehlko is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. With over 100 years as a global leader in energy resilience, we deliver solutions critical to sustain and improve life, including engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components, microgrid controls, and clean energy solutions. We empower our teams to innovate and provide essential energy resources for safety, security, and independence worldwide. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment with a 'Zero Is Possible' safety culture. The Staff Accountant supports the Operations Finance team by executing recurring accounting activities, preparing balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting month-end close processes. This role is designed for an early-career accounting professional focused on accuracy, process discipline, and timely execution, with opportunities to grow analytical skills over time.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
0–3 years of accounting or finance experience.
Working knowledge of journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
Experience with Microsoft Excel and ERP systems
Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP ERP system

Responsibilities

Prepare and post monthly accruals related to labor, freight, tariffs, MRO, and manufacturing expenses.
Support invoice processing and supplier payment activities in coordination with Accounts Payable.
Execute standard journal entries and maintain audit-ready support documentation.
Prepare monthly and quarterly balance sheet reconciliations (GR/IR, WIP, clearing, accrual accounts).
Investigate reconciling items and escalate issues to senior finance partners as needed.
Review standard productivity and labor reports using established templates.
Support inventory processes including cycle counts, inventory adjustments, and physical inventory.
Support purchase price variance analysis and standard cost changes
Create & maintain WBS elements
Assist in the annual standard costing, budgeting and financial planning processes for Home Energy.
Participate in continuous improvement of accounting processes, templates, and controls.
Conduct other activities as assigned by manager.