Staff Accountant

Join a growing, employee-owned company where your work makes an impact. CK Supply is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support general ledger activity, cash management, and month-end close across multiple subsidiaries. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, working with numbers, and contributing to process improvements in a fast-paced environment!

The Staff Accountant role plays a key part in core accounting operations, including ownership of assigned areas within the general ledger and the month-end close process. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounting, is highly organized, and can work independently while collaborating across departments. This role offers the opportunity to take on meaningful responsibility, contribute to process improvements, and gain broad exposure across accounting functions at CK Supply.

• Organized - Must possess strong organizational skills. Must have a system where projects are prioritized, and all to-do items are accounted for.
• Interpersonal Skills - Displays a professional demeanor and establishes positive working relationships-ability to work with a diverse variety of people.
• Self-Directed - A productive self-starter who requires little to no supervision and has a mindset for continuous improvement.

• Driven - Hardworking, Dedicated, Dependable, Desire to be the Best.
• Passionate - Positive Attitude, Appearance, Pride, Love What We Do.
• People-Oriented - Honest, Respectful, Trust-Worthy, Integrity.
• Solutions-Focused - Knowledgeable, Creative, Problem-Solvers.

• Own and maintain assigned subsidiaries' general ledger in accordance with GAAP, including journal entries, account analysis, and monthly reconciliations.
• Manage fixed assets, including CIP, depreciation, and related schedules.
• Oversee cash activity, including daily deposits, weekly ACH processing, check runs, positive pay uploads, and bank reconciliations.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end account reconciliations; investigate variances and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Prepare and support sales/use tax, property tax, and other regulatory filings.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports and supporting schedules.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes, including variance analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues and support business initiatives.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and strengthen controls.
• Support audits and special projects as needed.
• Follow and enforce all safety guidelines and requirements including proper personal protective equipment for employees and visitors.
• Adhere to the CK Core Values through behavior and words.
• Other duties, as assigned, within the job classification and business.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required;
  Finance degree considered with demonstrated experience in general ledger and month-end close.
• 3–7 years of relevant accounting experience with a strong understanding of accrual accounting and general ledger processes.
• Experience participating in or owning portions of the close process.
• Strong Excel skills required; ERP experience required (Net Suite preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines independently.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving ability.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality.

The following is a list of some of the types of equipment that an employee in this position may be required to operate. This list is not all-inclusive.

• Laptop/Computer
• Cell phone
• Office/Desk Phone

All proper safety equipment must be worn according to company policies and regulations including safety glasses, safety boots, and ear protection while in any area considered safety-sensitive.

Headquartered in St. Louis, MO, CK Supply Inc. has been the definitive source for metalworking and gas related technologies for over 75 years. As the largest independent distributor of welding and gas products in Missouri and downstate Illinois, we distribute a full line of industrial welding and gas related equipment focusing on product quality, best in class service, and family values.

CK is growth minded, looking to be the dominate distributor of gas and welding supplies in the Midwest by doubling in size within the next ten years! With this growth will come new opportunities, with a promote-from-within culture leading the way.

Our mission is to provide CK employee-owners with a safe work environment that is challenging, productive, fun and rewarding.

• Competitive salary
• Employee and Family owned
• Open-book management
• Company focus on developing employees through training
• Strong brand and reputation in the market
• Competitive Medical,…