Staff Accountant

API Heat Transfer; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

PTO

Professional development opportunities

Global manufacturing organization

Job summary

API Heat Transfer is seeking a Staff Accountant to support our manufacturing operations through financial analysis, inventory and cost accounting, and process improvements. You will partner with operations, supply chain, and finance to drive accurate reporting and informed decision-making.

The role emphasizes month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and continuous improvement within a global manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degrees in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Manufacturing and cost accounting experience preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Support inventory accounting, cycle counts, and physical inventory processes.
• Analyze inventory, labor, material, and overhead variances.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting activities.
• Prepare financial analyses and management reports.
• Support internal and external audits and maintain compliance with GAAP.
• Maintain ERP accounting data and support process improvements.
• Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to improve financial performance.
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Accounting/Finance related associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

STAFF ACCOUNTANT JOB DESCRIPTION

API Heat Transfer is looking for talented professionals who want to make a difference. As a Staff Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting our manufacturing operations through financial analysis, inventory and cost accounting, process improvement, and business partnership. If you are detail-oriented, analytical, and excited by the opportunity to contribute to a company focused on growth and transformation, we'd love to hear from you.

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant supports the financial operations of the business by ensuring the accuracy of accounting records, assisting with month-end close activities, maintaining inventory and cost accounting records, and preparing financial analyses and reports. This role partners with operations, supply chain, and finance teams to support financial reporting, internal controls, budgeting, forecasting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We Offer You

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• 401(k), PTO, and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to contribute to a global manufacturing organization
• Collaborative team environment focused on continuous improvement
• Annual salary range: $60,000 - $75,000, commensurate with skills, experience, and qualifications.

What You Will Do

• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Support inventory accounting, cycle counts, and physical inventory processes.
• Analyze inventory, labor, material, and overhead variances.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting activities.
• Prepare financial analyses and management reports.
• Support internal and external audits and maintain compliance with GAAP.
• Maintain ERP accounting data and support process improvements.
• Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to improve financial performance.
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• Associate degrees in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred.
• Manufacturing and cost accounting experience preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and inventory accounting.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk in office and manufacturing environments.
• Occasional lifting up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to wear required PPE when entering production areas.
• Frequent computer and keyboard use.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. We do not discriminate based on any protected status.

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