Staff Accountant

Job Title: Staff Accountant
Location: East Akron, Ohio – Monday-Friday
Salary: $60,000-$65,000

About the Company

Our client is a small, established distribution company serving customers throughout Northeast Ohio and surrounding markets. The organization values operational efficiency, customer service, and maintaining accurate financial and inventory records. The accounting team plays a key role in supporting inventory management, financial reporting, and overall business decision-making.

Position Overview

The Staff Accountant will support day-to-day accounting operations within a distribution environment, including general ledger maintenance, inventory-related accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close activities. This role works closely with operations and management to ensure accurate financial reporting and support business performance.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out (Staff Accountant):

• Direct exposure to inventory accounting and distribution operations
• Opportunity to work closely with leadership and operational teams
• Broad accounting role with visibility into inventory, reporting, and business performance
• Small company environment with hands-on responsibility and learning opportunities

Key Responsibilities (Staff Accountant):

• Assist with monthly general ledger close and journal entry preparation
• Perform account reconciliations, including inventory, prepaid expenses, and balance sheet accounts
• Support inventory tracking, cycle count reconciliations, and inventory valuation processes
• Help prepare monthly financial statements and management reports
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash reconciliations
• Maintain accurate records related to inventory movement and operating expenses
• Support audits and provide documentation as needed

Qualifications (Staff Accountant):

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
• 2+ years of accounting experience preferred
• Distribution, wholesale, inventory accounting, or logistics industry experience a plus

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