Staff Accountant

AE Techron, Inc.; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics manufacturer in Elkhart, Indiana is seeking a Staff Accountant to handle all aspects of financial reporting and management. You will be responsible for preparing financial statements, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with GAAP. Ideal candidates will have an associate's degree and 3-5 years of accounting experience. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $60k to $75k based on experience.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Strong organizational skills and must be detail oriented.
• Strong analytical and reasoning abilities with superior numeric skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all aspects of accounting including AP, AR, and payroll.
• Deliver timely financial processing and month-end closing.
• Manage cash management processes including international payments.

Skills

Knowledge of GAAP

Organizational skills

Analytical abilities

Interpersonal skills

Computer proficiency

ERP experience

Education

Associate’s degree in accounting

3-5 years in accounting

Bachelor’s degree in accounting (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

AE Techron is a world leader in wide bandwidth power electronics for Test Labs, Research Institutions, MRI/NMR and EMC industries. Our customers are Fortune 500 companies and leading research labs around the globe. AE Techron products are recognized as being robust, technically superior, and very well supported.

We are currently looking for a Staff Accountant, who will be responsible for maintaining AE Techron's financial records including performing tasks such as preparing financial statements and reports, reconciling accounts, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles. The Staff Accountant’s responsibilities will also include acting as the backup for payroll and similar time sensitive HR functions. This position will report directly to the company President.

The Staff Accountant's objectives include:

• Responsible for all aspects of accounting (accounts payable, accounts receivable, customer invoicing, general ledger entries, bank reconciliations, credit card report reconciliation, cash applications, collections, and payroll).
• Responsible for delivering timely and accurate financial processing, including the month-end closing process, cash management reports, and reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts.
• Responsible for cash management, including performing international wire transfers, ACH payments, and maintaining lines of credit.
• Analyzes information and options by developing spreadsheet reports, answers accounting and financial questions to support company leadership by researching and interpreting data.
• Embody personal core values that are consistent with company core values.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Maintain professional banking relationships and communicate with company accountants.
• Process new customer credit references and assign credit limits and terms.
• Coordinate preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Manage and prepare year end documents for company accountants.
• Review payroll taxes and ensure timely payment of payroll and corporate taxes by payroll service.
• Prepare State Sales and Use Taxes, reports and forms.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, bank reports, and various detailed analysis reports, including MISC-1099s as required.
• Maintain files and comply with record retention requirements.

Qualifications / Skills:

• Thorough knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Strong organizational skills and must be detail oriented.
• Strong analytical and reasoning abilities with superior numeric skills.
• Possess well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must be results and profit oriented with the ability to balance other business considerations and perform multifaceted projects.
• Must be highly motivated and can function independently and multi-task.
• Must have the ability to manage delegation to and guidance of one direct report.
• Expert computer skills – including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software systems.

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

• Required: Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in accounting.
• Required: Minimum of 3-5 years experience in general staff accounting or financial bookkeeping.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in accounting.
• Advancement Possibilities: Senior Staff Accountant or Accounting Manager

Anticipated Compensation Range:

• The pay range is $60k-$75k, commensurate with education and experience.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries
• Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

Advisory | Accounting | Audit | Tax | Payroll