Staff Accountant

Dover Corporation•Salisbury, MD

10h•Onsite

About The Position

MPG delivers radio frequency (RF) spectrum-centric solutions at the speed of technology. We enable mission-critical communications and space-based missions with ruggedized RF components, subsystems, and turn-key solutions. Civilian government, military and commercial customers rely on MPG's deep engineering expertise, and scalable manufacturing capability to deliver what they need, when they need it. MPG operates engineering and manufacturing facilities in: Austin, TX; Columbia, MD; Ventura, CA; West Chester, OH; Salisbury, MD; Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic; and York, United Kingdom. Position Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our growing manufacturing organization. The Staff Accountant will support the accounting team by maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with month-end close, inventory accounting, cost accounting support, and ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys working cross-functionally with operations, purchasing, and production teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
2–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial environments
Understanding of GAAP and basic cost accounting principles
Experience with ERP systems
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Nice To Haves

CPA designation or progress toward CPA is a plus
Experience with inventory and cost accounting
Knowledge of manufacturing operations and production workflows
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Continuous improvement mindset

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain general ledger journal entries and account reconciliations
Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
Support inventory accounting, including cycle counts, inventory adjustments, and reconciliation of inventory accounts
Assist with cost accounting functions including labor, overhead allocation, and product costing analysis
Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, prepaid expenses, accruals, and fixed assets
Analyze manufacturing variances and provide explanations to management
Prepare financial reports and schedules for internal management review
Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed
Support internal audits and compliance reporting
Maintain internal controls and ensure adherence to accounting policies and procedures
Collaborate with operations and production departments to improve financial accuracy and reporting efficiency
Participate in ERP system maintenance, reporting enhancements, and process improvements

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience
Bonus opportunity
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Career growth opportunities within a growing manufacturing organization
health savings account
health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
company paid short-term disability and long-term disability
company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance
supplemental employee and dependent life insurance
optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance
commuter benefits
parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence
paid vacation hours beginning at 80 hours annually
40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws
tuition assistance
business travel services
employee discounts
an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services