Staff Accountant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with inventory accounting, cost accounting, accounts payable, cash management, and financial reporting.
• Experience with Quickbooks Desktop.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Understanding of manufacturing accounting and cost accounting principles.
• Experience managing accounts payable, cash management, and sales tax compliance.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial analysis skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Manage and participate in month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analysis.
• Review general ledger activity and ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Support external audits, tax compliance, and financial reporting requirements.
• Oversee inventory accounting for raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods.
• Monitor inventory valuation, reserves, and reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Analyze manufacturing variances, including labor, material, and overhead costs.
• Partner with operations and supply chain teams to improve inventory controls and accuracy.
• Support physical inventory counts and cycle count programs.
• Assist with standard cost maintenance and cost accounting analysis.
• Monitor daily cash activity and manage cash reporting processes.
• Assist in cash flow forecasting and working capital management.
• Review cash disbursements and ensure adherence to company policies and internal controls.
• Support initiatives to optimize liquidity and improve cash management processes.
• Oversee accounts payable operations to ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.
• Review vendor reconciliations and resolve payment discrepancies.
• Monitor payment schedules and cash requirements.
• Evaluate and improve accounts payable processes and controls.
• Collaborate with purchasing and operations teams to ensure accurate invoice matching and vendor management.
• Manage and oversee the Accounts Receivable process, including customer invoicing, cash application, account reconciliations, and collections.
• Monitor customer accounts and maintain accurate AR aging reports.
• Review outstanding receivables and follow up on past-due balances in coordination with customers and internal teams.
• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, short payments, unapplied cash, credits, and customer account issues.
• Coordinate with Sales, Operations, Customer Service, and other departments to resolve invoicing and collection issues.
• Manage sales and use tax filings and related compliance activities across applicable jurisdictions.
• Review tax accruals and reconciliations to ensure accuracy.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors as needed.
• Monitor changes in tax regulations and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls across accounting, inventory, purchasing, cash management, and accounts payable functions.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, and system efficiencies.
• Support documentation and enforcement of accounting policies and procedures.
• Serve as a business partner to operations, supply chain, purchasing, and executive leadership.
• Assist the Controller with strategic initiatives, special projects, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and operational excellence within the accounting function.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company matching
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Paid time off
• Join a fun, dynamic and creative industry—working with toys and games brings its own rewards