Staff Accountant Job Savannah area,Georgia USA,Accounting

Benefits

Health insurance
Paid time off
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
Vision insurance

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting operations of the company by maintaining accurate financial records, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, assisting with month-end close activities, and ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards. In a distribution environment, this role also supports inventory accounting, cost analysis, freight expense tracking, import cost tracking, and customer/vendor transaction processing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities General Accounting

Prepare and post journal entries
Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies
Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes
Maintain supporting schedules and account analysis
Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial records

Accounts Receivable

Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies
Monitor collections and support credit management activities
Assist with cash application and customer payment processing
Prepare aging reports and account analyses

Accounts Payable

Review vendor invoices for proper coding and approval
Reconcile vendor statements and resolve payment issues
Assist with weekly payment processing
Maintain vendor records and supporting documentation

Inventory & Distribution Accounting

Reconcile inventory balances between the ERP system and general ledger
Assist with inventory costing and valuation analysis
Monitor inventory adjustments and investigate variances
Support cycle count and physical inventory processes
Analyze freight, transportation, and warehouse-related expenses
Assist in monitoring inventory reserves and obsolescence

Financial Reporting

Prepare monthly financial reports and supporting schedules
Assist with budget-to-actual and variance analysis
Support management reporting requirements
Maintain documentation for internal and external audits

Compliance & Internal Controls

Ensure adherence to company policies and accounting procedures
Assist with audit requests and documentation
Maintain strong internal controls and confidentiality over financial transactions
Support compliance with US GAAP, Local Laws and Regulations, and company reporting requirements

Qualifications Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required

Experience

2-5 years of accounting experience preferred
Experience in a distribution, manufacturing, or inventory-intensive environment is a plus
Experience in Public Accounting Auditor is a plus
Experience with SAP ERP system preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and the COSO Framework
Knowledge of inventory accounting and cost accounting concepts
Advanced Microsoft Office 365 Applications skills; including but not limited to Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams, and Co-Pilot
Experience with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics, Net Suite, SAP, Oracle, or similar
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Effective verbal and written communication skills

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Timely and accurate month-end close
General ledger reconciliation accuracy
Inventory reconciliation and variance resolution
Accounts receivable and accounts payable accuracy
Audit compliance and documentation readiness
Financial reporting accuracy and timeliness

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