Staff Accountant
About The Position
The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting operations of a metal recycling facility. This position plays a key role in accounts payable, accounts receivable, customer account management, vendor payment processing, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities. The Staff Accountant works closely with the Accounting Manager to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting while maintaining strong internal controls and excellent customer and vendor relationships. This position requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced industrial environment with high transaction volumes.
Requirements
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
- 2-5 years of accounting experience.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and best practices.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks).
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.).
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Review, verify, and process vendor invoices for payment.
- Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and vendor inquiries.
- Prepare weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
- Ensure accurate and timely posting of payments and adjustments.
- Track fixed assets, inventory, and depreciation schedules
- Assist tax and audit related requests
- Reconcile vendor statements, bank accounts, credit card accounts, and ensure timely payment of obligations.
- Generate customer invoices and ensure timely billing.
- Monitor outstanding receivables and aging reports.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
- Maintain general ledger accuracy through journal entries and account analysis.
- Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and internal controls. Work closely with scale operations, purchasing personnel, and yard management to resolve transaction discrepancies.
- Maintain accounting files and records in accordance with company policy.
- Prepare weekly and monthly AP and AR reports.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
