We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accountant to join our accounting team. Reporting directly to the Accounting Manager, this position will play a key role in supporting month-end close activities, cost accounting functions, financial reporting, and ongoing accounting operations. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
Prepare and post journal entries and account reconciliations
Support costing activities, including inventory, labor, and manufacturing cost analysis
Analyze variances and assist with reporting on operational and financial performance
Maintain accurate general ledger records and supporting documentation
Assist with preparation of financial statements and internal management reports
Support inventory accounting and periodic inventory reconciliations
Collaborate with operations and management teams to ensure accurate cost tracking
Assist with audits and provide requested documentation
Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiencies
Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
3-5 years of accounting experience required
Experience with month-end close and cost accounting strongly preferred
Manufacturing or industrial industry experience is a plus
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software/ERP systems
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Reporting Structure
This position reports directly to the Accounting Manager and works closely with operations, finance, and leadership teams.
Preferred Attributes
Self-motivated and proactive
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently
Continuous improvement mentality
Numbers & Facts
Location
Dayton, Ohio
Skills
Accountingunmatched
Accounting Closeunmatched
Accounting Softwareunmatched
Accounting Standards and Regulationsunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Continuous Improvementunmatched
Corporate Policiesunmatched
Cost Accountingunmatched
Cost Analysisunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Documentationunmatched
ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
Financeunmatched
Financial Reportingunmatched
Financial Statementsunmatched
General Ledger Accountingunmatched
Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
Inventory Managementunmatched
Journal Entriesunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Manufacturingunmatched
Manufacturing Analysisunmatched
Manufacturing Costunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Operations Managementunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Process Improvementunmatched
Reconciliationunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Variance Analysisunmatched
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