Staff Accountant

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions in Florence, KY seeks a Staff Accountant for a contract-to-hire role in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will prepare and post journal entries, maintain the general ledger, and support month-end close.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, 2+ years in accounting, strong Excel skills, and knowledge of GAAP. Manufacturing ERP and inventory/cost accounting experience preferred; on-site position with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of accounting experience.
• Experience with general ledger accounting and reconciliations.
• Strong understanding of month-end close procedures.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries; maintain GL accuracy.
• Perform monthly account reconciliations and assist month-end close.
• Analyze financial results and investigate variances.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable as needed.
• Assist with inventory and cost accounting processes.
• Prepare financial reports and schedules for management.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Support internal and external audit requests.

Skills

Journal entries

General ledger

Excel

Month-end close

Analytical

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Staff Accountant

Florence, KY | Contract-to-Hire | 1st Shift | $32.00 - $39.00 per Hour

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a growing manufacturing company in the Florence, Kentucky area to identify a skilled Staff Accountant for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This position offers the chance to join a stable organization while contributing to key accounting and financial operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy.

• Perform monthly account reconciliations and assist with month-end close activities.

• Analyze financial results and investigate account variances.

• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.

• Assist with inventory and cost accounting processes within a manufacturing environment.

• Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules for management review.

• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis initiatives.

• Assist with internal and external audit requests.

• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and financial controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• 2+ years of accounting experience.

• Experience with general ledger accounting and account reconciliations.

• Strong understanding of month-end close procedures.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturing accounting experience.

• Experience with ERP systems.

• Background in inventory accounting or cost accounting.

• Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements.

Pay Details: $32.00 to $39.00 per hour

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.