General Accountant

Sherpa | Recruiting, Staffing & Consulting; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherpa is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our client’s Lancaster facility. This role will link finance, senior management, and production while supporting accounting in a fast-paced wholesale distribution and manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, variance analyses, and cost tracking within ERP systems. Balance sheet accuracy and cross-functional collaboration are essential to success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing or wholesale distribution.
• Strong Excel skills with VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and data analysis.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/QuickBooks/Sage) and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and variance reports.
• Track manufacturing costs and maintain inventory valuations and costing within ERP.
• Ensure data integrity; troubleshoot GL and system issues; improve accounting processes.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Job Overview – Staff Accountant – 34452

Sherpa is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accountant to join our client’s team at their Lancaster facility. This role will serve as a key link between finance, senior management and production while supporting the accounting needs of a fast-paced wholesale distribution and manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with financial systems, analyzing data, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records.

Compensation: To $80K

Job Overview – Staff Accountant – 34452

Sherpa is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accountant to join our client’s team at their Lancaster facility. This role will serve as a key link between finance, senior management and production while supporting the accounting needs of a fast-paced wholesale distribution and manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with financial systems, analyzing data, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records.

Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Analysis:

Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, variance reports, and forecasts using accounting and ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, or similar platforms.

Production & Cost Accounting:

Partner with production management to track manufacturing costs, evaluate production efficiency, and maintain accurate inventory valuations and costing within the ERP system.

Systems & Data Integrity:

Maintain the accuracy of financial data, troubleshoot general ledger and system issues, and identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and system functionality.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Work closely with senior management and production teams to translate financial data into actionable insights that support business growth, operational efficiency, and cost management.

General Accounting:

Support month-end and year-end close processes, general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, and A/P, A/R, and inventory-related accounting activities.

Qualifications & Experience Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.

Experience:

5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within a manufacturing, wholesale distribution, supply chain, or similarly fast-paced environment.

Accounting Systems:

Strong hands‑on experience with accounting and ERP systems such as QuickBooks, Sage, Oracle, SAP, or similar platforms.

Technical Skills:

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, data analysis, and working with financial data within accounting systems.

Analytical Skills:

Strong attention to detail with the ability to analyze financial and operational data, identify discrepancies, and support accurate reporting.

Communication:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain financial information and system-generated data to management and cross‑functional teams.

About Our Process

• Non-Local Candidates: Please note that you are competing with local candidates who don’t require relocation expenses and can start quickly, so let us know if you have plans to move to the area soon.
• Candidates for all Sherpa opportunities must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Sherpa is an Equal Opportunity Employer.