Staff Accountant​/Manufacturing​/Aeropace

Position:Staff Accountant/Manufacturing/Aeropace

Location: Chaska, MN

Job :328

# of Openings:1

J onaco Machine is a full-service precision machining supplier with over 50 years of industry experience producing a portfolio of complex, close tolerance parts for customers in the aerospace/defense, medical, semi-conductor and high technology industries.

We are seeking a driven and analytically minded Staff Accountant to join our finance team in a fast-paced manufacturing and aerospace environment. This is a broad-scope role designed for someone who thrives on variety — contributing across financial reporting, operations analytics, compliance, and day-to-day accounting functions. The ideal candidate is intellectually curious, highly organized, and eager to develop deep familiarity with how a complex manufacturing business runs.

• Contribute to month-end close (5-day cycle) and preparation of financial statements and management reports
• Support KPI development and analytical reporting — translating operational data into actionable financial insight
• Participate in the annual budget process and year-end audit, gaining exposure to the full financial planning cycle
• Manage Accounts Receivable processes including customer invoicing, collections follow-up, and account reconciliation
• Monitor and resolve past-due accounts, coordinating with customers and the internal sales team to address discrepancies
• Prepare and validate daily bank deposits; reconcile deposit activity with accounting records
• Create and maintain split work orders in coordination with production and job costing systems
• Provide backup support for Accounts Payable and payroll processing
• Assist with quarterly use tax filings and related compliance documentation
• Ensure accuracy and adherence to internal controls and aerospace-related documentation requirements

• 4-year bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business
• 2+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Experience with ERP or manufacturing accounting systems preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and time management skills
• Comfortable engaging across departments — production, sales, engineering, and quality — as a financial resource and collaborator
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

• Experience in manufacturing or aerospace industry environments
• Familiarity with job costing, work orders, and progress billing
• Knowledge of aerospace compliance standards (e.g., documentation traceability, audit readiness)
• Experience with payroll systems
• Understanding of sales/use tax processes