Sr. Manufacturing Accountant - J0051064

Astemo Ltd.; Monroe (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Staff Accountant position at Astemo Ltd. supports the finance and accounting department with day-to-day accounting tasks, journal entries, bank reconciliations, and month-end/year-end closings.

The role ensures accurate financial reporting and adherence to company policies and accounting standards. Working closely with other accounting staff and departments, you will help maintain GAAP-compliant records, assist with audits, and contribute to the overall efficiency of the organization’s

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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Assist in closing procedures by preparing schedules and reports.
• Ensure all financial data is accurate and complete for reporting period.
• Reconcile bank statements and other balance sheet accounts.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare financial statements, variance analyses, and management reports.
• Support internal and external audit processes.
• Corporate Approval Administration (Fixed Assets).
• CIP Analysis / Investment Cash Flow Reporting.
• Maintain fixed asset schedules.
• Record depreciation and asset disposals.
• Fixed Asset Inventory.
• Ensure accounting practices comply with GAAP and corporate policies.
• Support internal and external audits; ensure audit readiness.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of internal financial controls.
• Help ensure procedures are followed to prevent fraud and errors.
• Work with other departments to gather necessary financial information.
• Provide support and clarification on financial data as needed.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

IFRS familiarity

English proficiency

Production floor presence

ERP familiarity

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

PowerPoint

Job description

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

• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Assist in closing procedures by preparing schedules and reports.
• Ensure all financial data is accurate and complete for reporting period.
• Reconcile bank statements and other balance sheet accounts.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare financial statements, variance analyses, and management reports.
• Support internal and external audit processes.
• Corporate Approval Administration (Fixed Assets).
• CIP Analysis / Investment Cash Flow Reporting.
• Maintain fixed asset schedules.
• Record depreciation and asset disposals.
• Fixed Asset Inventory.
• Ensure accounting practices comply with GAAP and corporate policies.
• Support internal and external audits; ensure audit readiness.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of internal financial controls.
• Help ensure procedures are followed to prevent fraud and errors.
• 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 of 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.