Accounting Specialist

Position Summary:

The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the finance and accounting department by performing day-to-day accounting tasks. This role involves maintaining financial records, preparing journal entries, reconciling bank statements, assisting in month-end and year-end closings, and ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards. The Staff Accountant works closely with other accounting staff and departments to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and contributes to the overall efficiency and accuracy of the organization’s financial operations.

Core Responsibilities:

General Ledger Maintenance

Prepare and post journal entries.

Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.

Month-End and Year-End Closings

Assist in closing procedures by preparing schedules and reports.

Ensure all financial data is accurate and complete for reporting period

Account Reconciliations

Reconcile bank statements and other balance sheet accounts.

Investigate and resolve discrepancies.

Financial Reporting

Prepare financial statements, variance analyses, and management reports.

Support internal and external audit processes.

Fixed Assets Management

Corporate Approval Administration

CIP Analysis / Investment Cash Flow Reporting

Maintain fixed asset schedules.

Record depreciation and asset disposals.

Fixed Asset Inventory

Financial Compliance

Ensure accounting practices comply with GAAP and corporate policies.

Support internal and external audits; ensure audit readiness.

Internal Controls

Support the implementation and monitoring of internal financial controls.

Help ensure procedures are followed to prevent fraud and errors.

Cross Department Collaboration

Work with other departments to gather necessary financial information.

Provide support and clarification on financial data as needed.

Key Success Metrics:

Accuracy of Journal Entries and account reconciliations

Timeliness and accuracy of Month End closing / financial reporting

Timeliness and accuracy Fixed asset reporting

Audit readiness and compliance score

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.

1+ years of professional finance experience in a manufacturing environment.

Willingness to be present on the production floor as needed.

Strong GAAP knowledge; familiarity with IFRS.

Fluent in English; strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Competencies:

Strong business acumen with ability to influence cross-functionally.

Familiarity with ERP and manufacturing information systems.

Intermediate Proficiency in Microsoft Software (Excel, Access, PowerPoint)

Analytical mindset and performance orientation.

Strong communication skills

High integrity, ethics, and confidentiality.

Able to lead in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer.

Flexibility to work extended hours during peak periods.