Staff Accountant

WEG Electric Corp•Duluth, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

WEG Electric Corp. is hiring a Staff Accountant to support the finance department through accurate financial reporting, account reconciliations, month-end close activities, and maintenance of accounting records. This early-career to mid-level position is intended for candidates with a foundational accounting background and hands-on accounting experience who want to continue developing their skills in a corporate environment. Extensive ownership of complex accounting functions, leadership responsibilities, or advanced technical accounting expertise is not expected. The position is fully onsite Monday through Friday and requires regular in-office collaboration with the accounting and finance team. The Staff Accountant works across general ledger accounting, closing and reporting, budgets and forecasts, payroll-related accounting, accounts payable, fixed assets, tax support, and accounting process improvements. The role requires adherence to GAAP, IFRS, company accounting policies and procedures, and internal financial controls.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
2–3 years of accounting experience in a corporate or manufacturing environment.
At least 1 year of SAP experience.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including working with large data sets, pivot tables, and formulas.
Working knowledge of US GAAP and financial accounting principles.
Strong attention to detail, organization, and accuracy.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Must be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not offered.
Submit an updated resume and complete the company application to be considered.

Nice To Haves

Accounting experience in manufacturing, industrial, electrical equipment, automation, engineered products, distribution, or related industries.
Experience supporting month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
Experience using SAP in a manufacturing or corporate accounting environment.
Exposure to IFRS reporting.
Experience in a multi-location or global organization.

Responsibilities

Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
Perform detailed account analysis and investigate and resolve discrepancies in accounts, documents, and reports.
Prepare and post journal entries for month-end close.
Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes.
Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and documentation.
Assist with preparing financial statements and reports and provide timely, accurate financial reporting to management.
Assist with annual budgets and periodic forecasts, monitor budget-versus-actual performance, and prepare variance reports.
Perform remote bank deposits.
Administer the Motus car allowance program.
Work with WEG Business Services (WBS) to accomplish assigned tasks and responsibilities.
Assist with entering accounts payable transactions and verify new vendor setups.
Upload payroll data to the general ledger monthly.
Analyze and prepare employee reimbursement and deduction data for payroll processing.
Calculate bi-weekly payroll wage accrual monthly.
Maintain accurate prepaid expense records, including insurance and tradeshows.
Process invoicing of insurance, legal, and other administrative charges to US business units.
Assist with recording fixed asset transactions, including disposals.
Assist in preparing account details for federal and state income tax filings.
Ensure adherence to GAAP, IFRS, company accounting policies and procedures, and internal financial controls.
Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.
Participate in accounting projects, including system implementations, automation initiatives, and process reengineering.
Maintain key financial metrics and report them to management.