Staff Accountant

Progressive Staffing LLC•Town of Cheektowaga, NY

44d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Our client, a global manufacturing organization in WNY, is looking to hire a Staff Accountant to join their growing team. This is a newly created position with significant room for growth—succession plan into a Finance Manager over time.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Accounting or related; Bachelor’s degree preferred
1-3 years’ accounting experience, manufacturing is a plus
Excellent computer skills: Excel, ERP system - Odoo
Great interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
Strong organization skills and time management skills
Strong attention to detail
Self-motivated
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available

Nice To Haves

manufacturing experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Perform general day-to-day accounting duties ensuring compliance to GAAP
Prepare and post month‑end journal entries within the ERP accounting system
Reconcile a variety of general ledger accounts, including bank transactions
Monitor Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable transactions
Review inventory transactions and ensure accurate costing of inventory parts
Prepare and present month‑end financial reporting package for management
Develop proficiency in the ERP accounting system, participating in yearly upgrades and training coworkers to ensure accuracy
Participate in annual budget processes by providing detailed financial/cost/spending data
Provide support for annual audits
Prepare and generate financial reports as needed
Maintain compliance at all times
Work well both independently and in a team environment—collaborating with operations/manufacturing team members
Work on several special projects at a given time, ensuring completion in a timely manner
Other duties as assigned/as necessary