Jr. Staff Accountant

The Junior Staff Accountant supports the day-to-day accounting operations of the Finance team, with a primary focus on accounts payable, accounts receivable, and transactional accuracy. Reporting to the Accounting Operations Supervisor, this role is responsible for processing high-volume financial transactions, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting month-end close activities. This position provides an opportunity to build a strong foundation in accounting within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. 

Working Relationships:

This position reports directly to the Accounting Operations Supervisor and collaborates cross-functionally with departments, including production, logistics, and leadership, to support accurate and timely financial processes. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Process customer billings and invoices accurately and in a timely manner. 
• Record and reconcile incoming customer payments. 
• Enter and process vendor invoices within the accounts payable system. 
• Assist with payment disbursements, including ACH and wire transfers. 
• Maintain and update vendor master records. 
• Review and process employee expense reports and corporate credit card transactions. 
• Communicate with internal teams and external partners regarding billing, payments, and inquiries. 
• Support general ledger activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations. 
• Assist with month-end close processes. 
• Support audit requests and documentation. 
• Assist with annual 1099 preparation and reporting. 
• Follow established accounting procedures and support continuous improvement of AP/AR workflows. 

SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field. 
• 0–2 years of experience in accounting, AP/AR, or similar role. 
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., formulas, data organization; pivot tables a plus). 
• Strong communication and organizational skills. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. 
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP or similar) is a plus. 

Compensation: 

The salary range for this position is $45,000 – $55,000 annually, based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.