Accounting Associate

Mastermold Llc; Johnson Creek (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

MasterMold LLC is seeking an Accounting Associate to join the Finance team and support daily financial operations in a manufacturing setting. The role involves journal entries, reconciliations, AP/AR processing, cash applications, payroll verification, and cost accounting tasks as part of a collaborative team.

The ideal candidate has at least an Associate degree in Accounting or Finance, strong Excel skills, GAAP familiarity, and good communication and analytical abilities, with preferred

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related business field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• GAAP understanding.
• Strong attention to detail, organized, and deadline-oriented.
• Good communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information professionally.

Responsibilities

• Assist with journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end closing.
• Process accounts payable invoices, POs, and payments.
• Support accounts receivable: invoicing, receipts, reconciliations.
• Perform daily cash applications and bank reconciliations.
• Assist with payroll data verification and records.
• Support financial reporting, audit prep, and fixed assets.
• Maintain cost accounting docs, cost sheets, and data entry.
• Collaborate with departments to resolve accounting questions.
• Perform additional accounting and admin duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Bachelor's degree in Accounting (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAGE ERP

Job description

Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $70,000.00 Annually

MasterMold LLC is seeking a detail-oriented and motivatedAccounting Associate to join our Finance team. This position offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in multiple areas of accounting while supporting the daily financial operations of a manufacturing organization.

The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, comfortable working with numbers, and eager to expand their accounting knowledge. This role reports directly to the ERP Cost Accounting Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with general accounting activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end closing processes.

Process accounts payable transactions, including vendor invoices, purchase order matching, and payment preparation.

Support accounts receivable functions, including customer invoicing, payment applications, and account reconciliations.

Perform daily cash applications, bank reconciliations, and assist with cash balance monitoring.

Assist with payroll data verification and maintain accurate, confidential employee records.

Support financial reporting, audit preparation, and fixed asset accounting.

Assist with cost accounting documentation, detailed cost sheets, and data entry.

Maintain accurate financial records and investigate discrepancies as needed.

Collaborate with internal departments to resolve accounting-related questions and ensure timely processing.

Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Basic understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines.

Good communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to handle confidential financial information professionally.

Preferred:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting.

1-3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience.

Experience working in a manufacturing environment.

Familiarity with ERP accounting systems, particularly SAGE.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who takes pride in accuracy, enjoys problem-solving, and is willing to learn. The successful candidate will be comfortable managing multiple priorities, working independently, and collaborating with team members across the organization.

This position provides exposure to several areas of corporate accounting and an opportunity to develop valuable technical and financial skills.

As experience and responsibilities grow, potential career paths may include Senior Accountant, Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, or Controller.

MasterMold values professional development and is committed to providing opportunities for employees to strengthen their skills and advance their careers.