Job Title: Staff Accountant
Whitsett, NC, US, 27377
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented self-starter to support our growing manufacturing operations. As a Staff Accountant, you will focus on cost accounting and financial analysis, helping to optimize budgets, improve cost-efficiency, and ensure accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting principles, manufacturing processes, and data analysis.
What you will do:
Cost System Setup & Maintenance
These tasks ensure the foundational accuracy of cost data:
- Maintain and update cost standard files; collaborate with manufacturing, engineering and supply chain departments to ensure accurate cost roll-ups
- Maintain cost system documentation and contribute to continuous process improvements
Transactional Recording & Accuracy
These responsibilities involve daily/weekly/monthly entries and data integrity:
- Book sales, intercompany transfers, labor, and inventory transactions accurately
- Prepare journal entries and verify the accuracy of monthly financial statements
Inventory & Cost Analysis
These tasks focus on inventory control and cost evaluation:
- Prepare and reconcile monthly plant inventories and general ledger entries
- Collect, analyze, and report on operational and manufacturing costs
- Conduct annual physical inventory reconciliations and standard cost reevaluations
Financial Reporting & Variance Analysis
These responsibilities support performance tracking and reporting:
- Generate financial reports and present variance analysis
- Perform account reconciliations and profit analysis
Strategic Advisory & Budget Monitoring
These tasks support decision-making and budget alignment:
- Monitor plant activities for alignment with financial and capital budgets
- Advise management on cost optimization strategies and process improvements
Audit & Compliance
These responsibilities ensure regulatory and internal control compliance:
- Audit internal controls and indirect purchase reports
- Support external audit processes including Sarbanes-Oxley
- Assist with regulatory duties and miscellaneous financial projects
What we are looking for:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 2 years of experience in cost accounting or financial analysis within a manufacturing environment
- Experience with Oracle, SAP, Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) or similar ERP systems (preferred)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; advanced Excel skills preferred
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills
- High level of integrity and respect for confidentiality
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