Staff Accountant

Kellogg Staffing; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kellogg Staffing is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our growing corporate accounting team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role will work closely with the Controller and CFO and offers a clear path to Senior Accountant within about one year for high performers.

You will gain exposure to month- and year-end closes, financial reporting, budgeting, audits, and business initiatives while contributing to process improvements and strong controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Understanding of GAAP and fundamental accounting principles.
• Previous accounting experience preferred.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across the organization.
• Self-starter who takes initiative and looks for ways to contribute beyond assigned responsibilities.
• Desire to learn, grow, and advance into a Senior Accountant position.

Responsibilities

• Support the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger and balance sheet accounts.
• Assist with financial statement preparation and management reporting.
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, accruals, and other corporate accounting activities.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis as needed.
• Support external audit and tax-related requests.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting.
• Work directly with the Controller and CFO on accounting projects and business initiatives.
• Take on additional responsibilities as the company and accounting department continue to grow.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

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

Tools

Excel

Job description

We are seeking a motivated Staff Accountant to join the growing corporate accounting team of a rapidly expanding manufacturing company. The company doubled in size over the past year, creating significant opportunity for professional growth and advancement within the finance organization. This role will work closely with the Controller and CFO and is designed for someone who wants to take on increasing responsibility. For a strong performer, the expectation is for this individual to progress into a Senior Accountant role within approximately one year. We are looking for someone who takes initiative, asks good questions, and wants to understand the business rather than simply complete assigned tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger and balance sheet accounts
• Assist with financial statement preparation and management reporting
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, accruals, and other corporate accounting activities
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis as needed
• Support external audit and tax-related requests
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting
• Work directly with the Controller and CFO on accounting projects and business initiatives
• Take on additional responsibilities as the company and accounting department continue to grow

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Understanding of GAAP and fundamental accounting principles
• Previous accounting experience preferred
• Strong Excel and analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across the organization
• Self-starter who takes initiative and looks for ways to contribute beyond assigned responsibilities
• Desire to learn, grow, and advance into a Senior Accountant position

Why Join?

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to build their career with a fast-growing, privately held manufacturing company. You will receive significant exposure to the Controller and CFO, gain experience across a broad range of corporate accounting responsibilities, and have a clear opportunity for advancement.

The company also offers a strong work-life balance and flexible start and end times, providing the opportunity to grow professionally without sacrificing flexibility outside of work.