Staff Accountant

Consider joining the MX Holdings family as a Staff Accountant in our St. Louis, MO location. The Staff Accountant actively participates in the monthly close, drives automation and process improvements while supporting a strong internal controls system. 

The Staff Accountant will interface with Metal Exchange Trading Group personnel and assigned manufacturing locations; ensuring that accurate financials are provided in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) that meet the requirements of leadership. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Performs financial close responsibilities including preparing and posting journal entries, completing account reconciliations and preparing financial reports in accordance with internal and external deadlines.
• Maintains the company’s system of accounts and keeps books and records on all company transactions and assets.
• Drives documentation of processes and procedures to support a strong internal controls environment.
• Assists in the provision of information to external auditors for annual financial statement and compliance audits.
• Partners with the risk management team to ensure internal broker trade data is complete and accurate.
• Maintains ledger balances with third party brokers and ensure margin calls and trade settlements are executed completely and accurately.
• Works with the commercial team to process customer claim activity.
• Maintain srecords related to tolling accounts.
• Maintains company wide fixed asset registers including collaboration with various departments regarding asset activity.
• Approves and processes broker's invoices.
• Develops inventory analysis reports and analyzes variances.
• Reconciles third-party warehouse inventory reports to internal subledger balances, including understanding timing and ownership differences driven by revenue recognition, shipping terms, and operational cutoffs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Education

• Required: Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Experience

• Preferred: 1-2 years of Finance or Accounting experience

Other required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls
• Ability to thrive as a motivated self-starter in a fast-paced, growing environment
• Possess a continuous improvement mindset
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills, and ability to effectively disseminate information clearly and concisely
• Flexible and driven to meet tight deadlines, handle multiple projects and prioritize them appropriately
• Attentive to details and follows through on assigned tasks and commitments
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve, influence others and effect change
• Possess the highest level of integrity; serving as a trusted advisor to customers and colleagues
• Proficient in Microsoft Office - includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams
• Experience with AI productivity tools preferred
• Must be eligible to work in the United States; visa sponsorships are not available
• Selected candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment drug screening and assessment
• Must have regular attendance and be able to work on-site in our St. Louis, MO office

   

Perks of the Job

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Generous allotment of paid vacation and paid holidays
• Enterprise-wide winter break between Christmas and New Year’s holidays
• Competitive wages plus performance-based bonus opportunities
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Ample opportunity for career growth and advancement
• Paid time off for all new parents

Why Our People Love Working Here

• Purpose-driven, friendly, open, and respectful culture
• Highly engaged workforce – as indicated by best-in-class engagement scores
• NEW FOR 2026! Summer Hours- Hybrid work schedule from Memorial Day through Labor Day, consisting of 3 in-office days and 2 remote days per week
• NEW FOR 2026! Up to 10 remote workdays permitted between Labor Day and Memorial Day during normal business hours
• Shared core values of safety, integrity, caring and growth
• Leaders committed to building more diverse, inclusive teams
• On-Demand pay via DailyPay
• Robust recognition and reward program
• Community Impact opportunities including additional time off to volunteer and charitable match up to $250 per employee
• Tuition reimbursement
• Complimentary refreshment bar with beverages and snacks
• Employee discount program with hundreds of partner brands
• Wellness incentive program
• Regular employee celebrations and events

Who We Are

Celebrating 50 years in 2024, MX Holdings is a global leader in the purchasing, processing, and manufacturing of non-ferrous metals, primarily Aluminum. Enabled by our breadth of experience and deep expertise, we are proud to deliver top-quality products and services to customers across our family of brands – including Metal Exchange and Pennex.

But it’s not just what we do that sets us apart, it’s how we do it. Safety. Integrity. Caring. Growth. These core values are embodied by each member of our team; guiding every action we take and decision we make. Whether it’s driving innovation within our industry, making the impossible possible for our customers, providing a safe, respectful workplace for employees or supporting our local communities, our purpose is clear. We are dedicated to impacting our world in a positive way.

If you are a like-minded individual with a strong ability to problem solve, collaborate and effectively communicate, MX Holdings may be the perfect place for you to grow your career.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We welcome people of different backgrounds, abilities and perspectives. To ensure our business and culture continue to be inclusive of all people, we never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital status, veteran or disability status. MX Holdings and our family of companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. Additionally, all your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Should you have any questions or require special assistance completing your application, please email jobs@metalexchange.com.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States and not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States. 

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. 

Confidentiality Agreement Required: Yes