Staff Accountant

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Location:

544 Clinton Street, Circleville, Ohio 43113 (NOT REMOTE)

Reports to:

Accounting Lead

Department:
Accounting

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $27.00-$30.00

Job Classification:
Non-Exempt

At FORJAK Industrial, we aim to be the most trusted construction and protective coatings partner in the U.S. We deliver safety, service, innovation, and value—while creating real opportunities for our team. FORJAK was founded in 2001 by Adam Logan in Circleville, Ohio. From day one, the mission has been to build something lasting, where the people doing the work are also the ones who benefit from it.

That’s why in 2022, FORJAK became an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), giving everyone who works here a hand in the success and shares in it too! We back each other up, do the job right, and build a future we can all be proud of.

A day in the life:
Our Staff Accountant will be a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our dynamic and fast-paced accounting team. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and a foundational understanding of accounting principles, with a desire to grow and advance within the organization. This position is responsible for processing daily financial transactions while assisting with general ledger maintenance and supporting the month-end close process.

The Staff Accountant will also prepare and maintain accurate financial records, journal entries, reconciliations, and reports to support effective financial decision-making. This job is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven individual looking to deepen their accounting expertise in a collaborative and growth-focused environment.

On a given day, as a Staff Accountant, you will:

• Process daily accounting transactions (A/P, A/R, payroll, fixed assets).
• Assist with the general ledger maintenance.
• Support month-end close, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Prepare and maintain financial records, reports, and analyses.
• Adhere to the company's safety policies.
• Other miscellaneous duties, as assigned.

This staff accountant is a full-time Monday through Friday position with day shift hours.

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to make every effort to allow our field members to do what they do best: provide expertise in the field. To help them, our office and shop personnel work to streamline processes to increase field efficiency. We are looking for a career-minded individual who will not only grow but also promote a positive cultural environment to fill this important position.

The qualified candidate we seek is a Staff Accountant with these

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
• 1-3+ years of accounting experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of daily accounting operations.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with accounting software, Microsoft Excel and the Google Workspace suite of applications.
• Construction experience is a plus.

• Financial Acumen:
  Ability to analyze and interpret financial data to ensure accuracy in reporting and compliance with accounting standards.
• Time Management and Organization:
  Maintains well-organized records and ensures timely completion of all financial tasks.
• Communication and
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with internal teams, vendors, and external auditors.
• Proactive Initiative:
  Takes ownership of responsibilities and independently seeks solutions or improvements in processes.
• Analytical Thinking and Problem-Solving:
  Approaches issues methodically, analyzing root causes and developing effective, efficient solutions.
• Professionalism:
  Upholds a professional demeanor, exhibiting reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic with internal and external members.

In addition to competitive pay and advancement opportunities, these are some of the vast rewards of working here:

• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Eligibility for Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• $10,000 Life…