Senior Staff Accountant

Chemtek, Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

QESHRA Medical Insurance for employees and families

401(k) with company contribution

Paid vacation, PTO and Sick Leave

Paid Covered Parking

Job summary

A chemical manufacturing company in Durham is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to manage A/R and A/P, supervise collections, and assist with month-end reporting. Ideal candidates will have a BS in Accounting and 3-5 years of experience in accounting and bookkeeping. The role offers a competitive salary, sign-on bonus, and various benefits including medical insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in General Accounting and Bookkeeping.
• Familiarity with accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage A/R and A/P.
• Supervise A/R Collections.
• Assist with month-end reporting.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Customer service

Communication

Education

BS in Accounting or BBA in Business and Accounting

Tools

Acumatica ERP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

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Base pay range

$55,000.00/yr - $65,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Sign-on bonus

About Chemtek

Chemtek, a family-owned business with a strong track record of innovation and customer service, is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accounting Associate to join our finance team in downtown Durham. This is a great opportunity for someone with 3–5 years of general accounting including sales tax, property tax, accounts receivable and accounts payable experience who is looking to grow within a stable, fast-paced company.

We’re a close-knit team that values accuracy, teamwork, and follow-through. If you’re organized, proactive, and ready to take ownership of customer invoicing and payment follow-up, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• General Accounting Duties including managing A/R and A/P
• Manage Sales and Use Taxes across multiple states
• Supervise A/R Collections, Monitor and Authorize Credit Limits
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve payment discrepancies
• Apply incoming payments and deposits accurately to customer accounts
• Assist with month-end reporting and general ledger entries
• Communicate with internal departments and customers to ensure timely billing and payment resolution

Qualifications

• BS in Accounting or BBA in Business and Accounting
• 3–5 years of experience in General Accounting and Bookkeeping
• Familiarity with accounting software; Acumatica ERP experience is a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication, customer service, and follow-up abilities
• Ability to manage deadlines and handle multiple priorities

What We Offer

• Base salary: $55,000 - $65,000 based on experience
• $2,000 sign-on bonus for candidates with 2+ years of Acumatica ERP experience
• QESHRA Medical Insurance for employees and families
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Paid vacation, PTO and Sick Leave
• All Holidays plus 8 additional days off at Christmas
• Paid Covered Parking
• On-site role in the American Tobacco Campus – easy access to restaurants, entertainment, and covered parking

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Chemical Manufacturing

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