Staff Accountant

SUNLIGHT BATTERIES USA INC•Greensboro, NC

4d•$70,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant maintains the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the Company's financial records and reporting. The role supports accounting operations, inventory accounting, financial analysis, and compliance activities to enable informed business decisions, strong internal controls, and organizational financial health. The work supports plant-level operations and broader corporate objectives in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities span general accounting and financial reporting; cost accounting and inventory management; financial analysis and business support; compliance, controls, and audit support; and collaboration with Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, and Corporate Accounting teams.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
1–3 years of accounting experience.
Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and accounting principles.
Experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close activities.
Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis; employer-sponsored work authorization or immigration sponsorship is not available now or in the future.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience.
Manufacturing accounting and/or cost accounting experience.
Experience supporting inventory accounting and inventory controls.
Exposure to SOX compliance, audit support, and internal control environments.
Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement initiatives, or process optimization projects.
CPA, CMA, or progress toward professional certification.

Responsibilities

Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations in accordance with company policies and U.S. GAAP.
Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes and maintain accurate general ledger records and supporting schedules.
Prepare documentation and schedules for internal and external audits.
Support preparation of monthly financial statements, management reports, and financial analyses.
Ensure compliance with company accounting policies, procedures, and reporting requirements.
Monitor and analyze inventory transactions, variances, adjustments, and related activity; reconcile raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods inventory balances.
Participate in physical inventory counts and cycle count activities.
Assist with manufacturing cost analysis and inventory valuation, and partner with Operations and Supply Chain to understand cost drivers and identify improvement opportunities.
Analyze manufacturing costs, gross margins, and operational KPIs.
Support annual budgeting, periodic forecasting, operating expense tracking, and capital expenditure reporting.
Prepare financial reports and analyses to support business decision-making and contribute to improvements in financial systems, reporting, and controls.
Support compliance with U.S. GAAP, company policies, and accounting standards; assist with maintaining and strengthening internal controls and financial processes.
Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules and support audit activities through required documentation and reconciliations.
Collaborate with Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, and Corporate Accounting teams; provide financial information and support to internal stakeholders.
Contribute to continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence.