Staff Accountant

Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for our Fort Wayne, Indiana team. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, monitoring day-to-day transactions, and helping ensure timely reporting across multiple accounting areas. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage priorities effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

- Record daily cash and treasury activity in the general ledger and verify entries for accuracy.

- Reconcile accounts receivable activity each day, including processing customer-related debit and credit adjustments.

- Review and assign general ledger coding for accounts payable invoices to support accurate financial reporting.

- Track capital project spending, establish project records, and monitor budgets tied to fixed asset activity.

- Maintain fixed asset records by updating additions, disposals, and related supporting documentation.

- Prepare journal entries, complete account reconciliations, and organize accounting files for ongoing reporting and audit readiness.

- Produce recurring daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports while supporting month-end close and annual budgeting activities.

- Assist with external audit requests, support property tax preparation, and provide backup coverage for invoicing, payroll, and other accounting functions as needed.

Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related discipline, or equivalent hands-on experience in a similar accounting role.

- At least 4 years of experience working as a Staff Accountant or in a comparable position.

- Strong knowledge of general ledger activity, journal entries, account reconciliations, and corporate tax-related support functions.

- Advanced Excel skills, including formulas, formatting, and pivot tables.

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using ERP or comparable accounting software.

- Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills with the ability to meet recurring deadlines.

- High level of accuracy, professionalism, and discretion when handling financial information and business communications.

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