Staff Accountant

Ecolab Inc.•Plano, OH

10d•$30 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

At Ecolab, the Staff Accountant for Ovivo Electronics USA & Wastech Systems handles general accounting tasks, including bank and balance sheet reconciliations and process improvements. The role supports monthly close and accurate financial reporting, maintains accounting documentation, assists with audits, and works with finance, operations, purchasing, and other business teams. The position is based in Plano, Texas, and is full-time, hourly, with a regular 40-hour work week Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Extended hours may be needed based on business needs.

Requirements

Two years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing or construction environment.
Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Adobe application programs, and ability to learn company-standard software.
Ability to understand and apply basic mathematical concepts, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Basic knowledge of accounting rules and regulations.
Attention to detail and ability to multitask, prioritize, and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Self-starter.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree from a college or university; experience and skills will also be considered.
Experience with Concur, Syteline, or equivalent software.
Ability to apply principles of logic to routine practical problems and make decisions using different variables applied to standard situations.

Responsibilities

Prepare and post routine journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, reclasses, and other month-end adjustments.
Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
Support monthly close processes, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and deadlines are met.
Review general ledger activity for accuracy, investigate variances, and coordinate corrections with cross-functional partners.
Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash application activities, including invoice review, coding, and customer/vendor account support.
Prepare bank reconciliations and support cash reporting, researching and clearing differences promptly.
Maintain supporting documentation for journal entries, reconciliations, and audit requests in accordance with company policy.
Assist with internal and external audit requests by gathering documentation, explaining account activity, and supporting control requirements.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, strengthen controls, and increase efficiency in recurring close activities.
Partner with finance, operations, purchasing, and other business teams to research accounting questions and support accurate financial reporting.
Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, and identity theft protection.
Short-term and long-term disability.
401(k), pension plans, retirement health care benefits, and employee stock purchase plans for full-time associates.
Short-term incentives.
12 days of vacation and holidays.
Parental leave and adoption assistance.
Discounts on day care and caregiver services.
Group legal services and employee assistance program.
Employee discount program and education assistance program.
On-site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select locations.