Staff Accountant

Aston Carter•Saint Charles, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant oversees the full accounts payable and accounts receivable cycles, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial processing. This role maintains detailed financial records, supports internal and external audits, and works closely with vendors, customers, and internal teams to uphold strong financial controls and efficient accounting operations. This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Charles, MO, working five days per week in the office.

Requirements

Minimum of 2–3 years of related accounting experience in the manufacturing industry.
High school diploma or equivalent education.
Knowledge of basic accounting principles and standard accounting practices.
Hands-on experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and journal entries.
Proficiency in MS Office, with strong skills in Excel including formulas and pivot tables.
Experience working with JDE (JD Edwards) and AS400 systems, particularly in accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
Strong organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Proactive approach to managing tasks and resolving issues.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with vendors, customers, and internal stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accurate financial records and meeting deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred.
Experience using MIS for sales invoicing and credit/debit memo creation.
Demonstrated ability to maintain organized filing systems for both accounts payable and accounts receivable documentation.
Experience supporting internal and external audits by preparing schedules and providing supporting documentation.
Comfort working with financial data in ERP environments and adapting to new systems and processes.
Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset.
Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with vendors, customers, and colleagues.
Interest in long-term career growth within a stable organization with strong employee tenure and benefits.

Responsibilities

Perform the complete accounts payable cycle, ensuring all vouchers are accurately allocated to the correct expense accounts.
Reconcile all required documentation (invoices, receiving documents, purchase orders, and requisition forms) using the matching principle to maintain compliance with auditing procedures.
Create and update new and existing supplier records in the JDE accounting database.
Ensure all vouchers are paid and posted in accordance with company policies and established procedures.
Generate Positive Pay files and transmit them to the appropriate banking agencies to enhance security and help prevent fraud.
Process all employee expense reports in a timely and accurate manner.
Communicate and interact with suppliers and vendors to resolve inquiries, discrepancies, and payment issues.
Maintain organized filing and retention of all accounts payable documentation.
Perform the complete accounts receivable cycle, including the creation of sales invoices, credit memos, and debit memos in MIS.
Post sales invoices, credit memos, and debit memos to the JDE accounting database with a high level of accuracy.
Conduct collection calls and maintain regular communication with customers to ensure payments are received according to established payment terms.
Process all customer payments and apply amounts to the appropriate customer accounts within the JDE accounting database.
Prepare and process all intercompany billings and ensure proper documentation and posting.
Maintain organized filing and retention of all accounts receivable documentation.
Assist with internal and external audits of the company’s accounting records by providing documentation, explanations, and support as needed.
Collaborate with team members and other departments to support continuous improvement in accounting processes and controls.