Staff Accountant

Reconomy•Sauk Rapids, MN

1d•$50,000 - $64,000

About The Position

The Staff Accountant will be a core member of the finance team. This role will support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities within a fast-paced environment. This role provides broad exposure to manufacturing accounting, corporate finance, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role is also responsible for cash applications, invoicing, reconciliations, and supporting month-end and year-end close activities as needed. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and eager to provide support in timely and accurate financial reporting.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or 3-5+ years of experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment, with exposure to accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, and knowledge of GAAP.

Responsibilities

Support accounts receivable activities by processing and coordinating cash applications, check deposits, invoicing, and collections follow-up and receivable accuracy.
Support collections to reduce aged receivables.
Support accounts payable by processing and managing transactions through invoice data entry, payment processing, timely disbursements, and vendor support to ensure accuracy.
Support payment processing to ensure timely vendor payments.
Maintain accurate accounting, vendor, and customer records within NetSuite accounting records to ensure data integrity and reliable financial operations.
Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures through consistent accounting practices and governance standards.
Contribute and support finance team process improvements by participating in manufacturing operational initiatives that enhance efficiency.
Support internal departments with various accounting functions as needed.
Process and complete daily bank activity, including but not limited to, deposits and payments, ensuring accurate cash tracking and transactional integrity.
Maintain the general ledger by recording daily financial transactions across multiple subsidiaries for structure and consistent financial reporting.
Support payment runs, including checks, ACH, and wire transfers, supporting timely and controlled disbursement processes.
Support accounts receivable and accounts payable reconciliation through thorough account reviews to ensure accuracy and completeness across financial records.
Support and execute reconciliations by validating that all account postings are accurate and fully supported to maintain integrity of financial records.
Provide support in external audit requests, including preparing schedules, documentation, and explanation, where needed, at year-end or periodically as requested.
Provide support as needed to ensure internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory accounting requirements.
Perform additional tasks as directed by leadership.