Staff Accountant

Pure Air Filtration, LLC (“Company”) is wholly owned subsidiaries of Cleanwater1, Inc., a global provider of on‑site hypochlorite generation equipment, polymer activation systems, chemical feed systems, air purification and odor control equipment, and potable water mixing and treatment systems serving the water and wastewater treatment industries. Cleanwater1, Inc., Inc., through its various operating subsidiaries, is one of the most dynamic and fastest growing companies in the water infrastructure market.

The Staff Accountant is responsible for full cycle AP and will support the monthly close process, sales and other tax filings, intercompany reconciliations, and reporting. This is a full‑time position based out of our Norcross, Georgia facility. The Staff Accountant reports to the Director of Finance.

• Process vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy, appropriate approvals, and correct coding to the general ledger.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receipts, ensuring proper documentation and approvals.
• Prepare weekly check run as per payment terms and company policies.
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions and resolve discrepancies with vendors or internal stakeholders.
• Review and audit employee expense reports for accuracy and compliance with travel and expense policies.
• Maintain vendor files, ensuring W-9 forms, tax documentation, and other required records are current.
• Assist in month‑end closing activities, including AP accruals and reconciliations.
• Support audits (internal and external) by preparing schedules and providing documentation as requested.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and streamline AP processes.
• Provide excellent customer service to vendors and internal stakeholders regarding invoice/payment inquiries.

• Perform daily bank reconciliations and maintain accurate ledgers.
• Prepare journal entries and support monthly close deadlines.
• Ensure all intercompany transactions are recorded on a timely basis and that intercompany accounts remain in balance.
• Support sales tax and 1099 filings.
• Account reconciliations including inventory; investigate any significant variances.
• Support annual financial audit requirements and deliverables.
• Prepare special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Assist with budget and forecast preparation as needed.
• Publish weekly AP performance metrics and provide relevant AP updates to leadership.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external AP and other inquiries.
• Support other accounting functions as needed.
• Assist with internal and external audits through schedules, documentation, and testing support.
• Crosstrain colleagues to support team coverage and continuity.

• Identify and recommend workflow and control improvements.
• Support ongoing modernization efforts across our accounting systems and processes.
• Maintain compliance with GAAP and internal control requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting.
• Minimum three to five years of experience as a staff/senior accountant with relevant industry experience and/or a history of progressive career advancement.
• Solid understanding of GAAP accounting fundamentals and accrual accounting.
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month‑end/year end close process.
• Knowledge of Financial/Cost Accounting and the ability to adhere to GAAP.
• Analytical ability, critical thinking/problem‑solving skills.
• Strong self‑starter, and confident in their business acumen.
• Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Previous experience in manufacturing environment, project‑based business; percentage of completion accounting a plus.
• Previous ERP/MRP experience a plus. Experience with Odoo Enterprise is advantageous.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, pivot tables).

• Ability to perform work in a sitting…