Manufacturing Staff Accountant | Inventory & Costing

Destaco; Salisbury, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Destaco is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our manufacturing team in Salisbury, Maryland. The role supports month-end close, inventory and cost accounting, and cross-functional collaboration with operations, purchasing, and production.

The ideal candidate has a BA in Accounting or Finance, 2–5 years of accounting experience in manufacturing, strong Excel and ERP skills, and knowledge of GAAP. CPA progress is a plus, with opportunities for growth and a competitive pay range.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 2–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Understanding of GAAP and basic cost accounting principles.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• CPA designation or progress toward CPA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain general ledger journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Support inventory accounting, including cycle counts, inventory adjustments, and reconciliation of inventory accounts.
• Assist with cost accounting functions including labor, overhead allocation, and product costing analysis.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, prepaid expenses, accruals, and fixed assets.
• Analyze manufacturing variances and provide explanations to management.
• Prepare financial reports and schedules for internal management review.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.
• Support internal audits and compliance reporting.
• Maintain internal controls and ensure adherence to accounting policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with operations and production departments to improve financial accuracy and reporting efficiency.
• Participate in ERP system maintenance, reporting enhancements, and process improvements.

Skills

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Destaco is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our manufacturing team in Salisbury, Maryland. The role supports month-end close, inventory and cost accounting, and cross-functional collaboration with operations, purchasing, and production.

The ideal candidate has a BA in Accounting or Finance, 2–5 years of accounting experience in manufacturing, strong Excel and ERP skills, and knowledge of GAAP. CPA progress is a plus, with opportunities for growth and a competitive pay range.