Accountant (AP)

Bergkamp Inc.; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Salina, Kansas, is seeking an Accountant (AP) to maintain accurate accounting records, manage accounts payable, and support month-end closes. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Accounting or Finance and 1-3 years of relevant experience. This role emphasizes analytical skills, communication, and collaboration. Responsibilities include handling vendor invoices, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing cross-functional support. A strong understanding of accounting principles and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, is essential.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of progressively responsible accounting or accounts payable experience.
• Previous experience in a fast-paced manufacturing industry setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, analyze, and prepare accounting records and financial reports.
• Independently manage the processing of vendor invoices and accounts payable transactions.
• Collaborate across departments for financial accuracy.

Skills

Accounting principles

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Job Purpose

The Accountant (AP) performs professional accounting work requiring independent judgment, analytical skill, and a solid understanding of accounting principles. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate accounting records, supporting month‑end close and financial reporting, and managing the full accounts payable lifecycle. The position ensures compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements and contributes to the continuous improvement of accounting processes. The role also provides cross‑functional backup support as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, analyze, and prepare accounting records and financial reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established accounting standards and internal policies.
• Apply accounting judgment in recording, classifying, and reconciling transactions, including capital expenditures.
• Prepare monthly supporting schedules and work papers used in the month‑end close and financial reporting process.
• Evaluate transactions for compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and applicable regulations.
• Maintain organized accounting documentation and records to support audits and internal reviews.
• Maintain use tax documentation and support compliance and reporting requirements.

Accounts Payable Oversight

• Independently manage the processing of vendor invoices and accounts payable transactions within the company ERP system.
• Exercise judgment to ensure vendor payments are processed accurately and in accordance with contractual terms using ACH, check, and wire payments.
• Reconcile open accounts payable transactions to general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries, resolve issues, and reconcile vendor statements.
• Maintain vendor records and oversee 1099 processing and reporting.
• Manage and reconcile petty cash in accordance with company policy.

Analysis, Collaboration & Professional Contribution

• Apply analytical skills to identify process improvements, resolve accounting issues, and enhance efficiency.
• Actively participate in team discussions, contributing professional insight and recommendations.
• Collaborate across departments to support financial accuracy and operational effectiveness.
• Serve as backup for Accounts Receivable responsibilities as needed to ensure continuity of operations.
• Provide backup phone coverage and administrative support, as required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 1–3 years of progressively responsible accounting or accounts payable experience.
• Previous experience working in a fast‑paced manufacturing industry setting.
• Demonstrated ability to be self‑motivated, work independently, as well as part of a collaborative team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced skills in Excel, Outlook, and Teams for communication, scheduling, and data management.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with internal and external customers and vendors.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, bend, kneel, climb stairs, and walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The work environment is usually a well‑lighted, heated and/or air‑conditioned indoor setting with adequate ventilation. Occasional exposure to outside elements. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally high.