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Staff Accountant

Job in Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina, 28412, USA
Listing for: AMETEK, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-07
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Cost Accountant, Financial Analyst
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 55000 - 75000 USD Yearly USD 55000.00 75000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented self-starter to support our growing manufacturing operations. As a Staff Accountant
, you will focus on cost accounting and financial analysis, helping to optimize budgets, improve cost-efficiency, and ensure accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting principles, manufacturing processes, and data analysis.

What you will do:

Cost System Setup & Maintenance
  • Maintain and update cost standard files; collaborate with manufacturing, engineering and supply chain departments to ensure accurate cost roll-ups
  • Maintain cost system documentation and contribute to continuous process improvements
Transactional Recording & Accuracy
  • Book sales, intercompany transfers, labor, and inventory transactions accurately
  • Prepare journal entries and verify the accuracy of monthly financial statements
Inventory & Cost Analysis
  • Prepare and reconcile monthly plant inventories and general ledger entries
  • Collect, analyze, and report on operational and manufacturing costs
  • Conduct annual physical inventory reconciliations and standard cost reevaluations
Financial Reporting & Variance Analysis
  • Generate financial reports and present variance analysis
  • Perform account reconciliations and profit analysis
Strategic Advisory & Budget Monitoring
  • Monitor plant activities for alignment with financial and capital budgets
  • Advise management on cost optimization strategies and process improvements
Audit & Compliance
  • Audit internal controls and indirect purchase reports
  • Support external audit processes including Sarbanes-Oxley
  • Assist with regulatory duties and miscellaneous financial projects
What we are looking for:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in cost accounting or financial analysis within a manufacturing environment
  • Experience with Oracle, SAP, Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) or similar ERP systems (preferred)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; advanced Excel skills preferred
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills
  • High level of integrity and respect for confidentiality

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Compensation

Employee Type:
Salaried

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 55,000

Salary Maximum: 75,000

Incentive:
No

Disclaimer:
Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 .

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