Accounting and Compliance Specialist

The Accounting & Compliance Specialist role is one that combines accounting, tax, compliance, and business risk management. The Accounting & Compliance Specialist helps protect and support the organization by managing key tax and regulatory requirements, supporting audit activities, maintaining insurance and risk management processes, and contributing to core accounting functions. This position offers broad exposure across the business and provides opportunities to develop expertise in compliance, tax, financial reporting, and operational finance.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Tax & Regulatory Compliance

• Coordinate and prepare sales and use tax filings, property tax returns, and related tax schedules.
• Support tax planning and compliance activities with internal and external partners.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assist with implementing compliance requirements.

Risk Management & Insurance

• Support Vollraths insurance and risk management programs.
• Coordinate annual insurance renewal data and maintain ongoing reporting requirements.
• Assist with government filings, surveys, and compliance activities.

Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Support monthly and annual financial close activities.
• Generate financial reports and analysis used across the business.

Audit Support

• Coordinate schedules and supporting documentation for external audits and benefit plan audits. Partner with auditors and internal stakeholders to ensure timely completion of audit requests. Support corporate leased vehicle program.
• Together with the supervisor, add value to the organization by maintaining a working knowledge of federal and state tax law changes, optimizing Vollrath's tax position, and ensuring timely enterprise-level compliance.

Department Support

• Work collaboratively with the finance organization as well as internal and external constituencies.
• All other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES/DIRECT REPORTS

None.

TRAVEL

None.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1-2+ years' experience in a general accounting environment. Manufacturing industry experience a plus but not required. Experience processing sales and use tax returns is a plus.
• Associate's degree in accounting or finance or progress towards a degree, or equivalent combination of education and / or experience.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong commitment to Vollrath values and culture.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work across departments.
• Ability to solve problems, prioritize, and work independently.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to internal and external constituencies.
• Intermediate Excel proficiency.
• JDE ERP system experience a plus.

VOLLRATH'S CORE VALUES

Take Ownership: Our intention is to match our actions with our words, building trust with others. We are united in taking responsibility for the success of Vollrath as a whole.

Empower Action: Our intention is to create a workplace where every member can thrive in their growth and contributions with excitement, confidence, and psychological safety. We support each team member with resources and tools to strengthen collaboration and performance.

Treat All People with Respect: Our intention is to recognize the diverse experiences, styles, and backgrounds of others, treating everyone with dignity. We aim to foster an inclusive culture where all team members can be their authentic selves and feel safe in voicing their perspectives.

Life Beyond Work: Our intention is to care for the well-being of every individual we engage with, understanding them as a whole person. We strive to keep people mentally and physically safe, sending each person home in a condition to build a fulfilling life beyond work. We encourage balance, allowing our colleagues to pursue their passions.

Commitment to Those Who Count on Us: Our intention is to drive innovation and practical solutions through understanding the needs of our coworkers, customers, owners, and communities. We are dedicated to proactively addressing those needs and delivering results.

Updated August 2026