Staff Accountant

IFab Corporation; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

IFAB Corp in Gastonia, NC is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to manage day-to-day general ledger operations, drive reconciliations, and support month-end close using Sage 500 ERP.

This role interfaces with corporate accounting and plant operations, requiring strong GAAP knowledge, cost accounting basics, and advanced Excel skills to produce accurate financial statements and ad-hoc reports. On-site, full-time with occasional extended hours during close cycles.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• General Ledger & Financial Reporting: Prepare and post standard, adjusting, and recurring journal entries in compliance with U.S. GAAP. Generate trial balances, P&L statements, balance sheets, and ad-hoc operational reports using Sage 500 ERP.
• Month-End & Year-End Close: Execute close procedures, including prepaids, accruals, fixed asset schedules, and balance sheet reconciliations to ensure complete data integrity.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable: Oversee coding accuracy, vendor payment schedules, customer invoicing, cash receipts processing, and collection support.
• Inventory & Cost Accounting Support: Reconcile inventory-related GL accounts, track variances, and partner with plant managers on physical inventory counts and stock adjustments.
• Treasury & Banking: Complete monthly bank reconciliations and track cash flow schedules.
• Tax Compliance & Audit Support: Compile data for sales/use tax and property tax filings. Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for internal and external auditors.
• Master Data & Process Improvement: Maintain ERP master data (GL accounts, vendor, and customer files) under strict internal controls. Proactively identify ways to leverage Sage 500 functionality to optimize financial operations.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Accrual accounting

Cost accounting basics

Excel advanced

Communication

Deadline oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

Tools

Sage 500 ERP

Sage 100/300

Epicor

Infor

NetSuite

Job description

Staff Accountant

Company: IFAB Corp

Department: Accounting & Finance

Reports To: Controller / Accounting Manager

Location: Gastonia, NC

Employment Type: Full-Time (Exempt)

About IFAB Corp

At IFAB Corp, we deliver high-quality custom metal fabrication, precise assembly, and advanced coating operations. We take pride in maintaining operational excellence, and our accounting team plays a vital role in keeping our business financially sound and accurate.

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented, analytical Staff Accountant to manage day-to-day general ledger operations, drive accurate financial reconciliations, and support our month-end close process. Operating out of our Gastonia facility, you will serve as a key financial liaison between corporate accounting and plant operations using Sage 500 ERP.

Key Responsibilities

• General Ledger & Financial Reporting: Prepare and post standard, adjusting, and recurring journal entries in compliance with U.S. GAAP. Generate trial balances, P&L statements, balance sheets, and ad-hoc operational reports using Sage 500 ERP.

• Month-End & Year-End Close: Execute close procedures, including prepaids, accruals, fixed asset schedules, and balance sheet reconciliations to ensure complete data integrity.

• Accounts Payable & Receivable: Oversee coding accuracy, vendor payment schedules, customer invoicing, cash receipts processing, and collection support.

• Inventory & Cost Accounting Support: Reconcile inventory-related GL accounts, track variances, and partner with plant managers on physical inventory counts and stock adjustments.

• Treasury & Banking: Complete monthly bank reconciliations and track cash flow schedules.

• Tax Compliance & Audit Support: Compile data for sales/use tax and property tax filings. Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for internal and external auditors.

• Master Data & Process Improvement: Maintain ERP master data (GL accounts, vendor, and customer files) under strict internal controls. Proactively identify ways to leverage Sage 500 functionality to optimize financial operations.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline required.

• Experience: 2-4 years of progressive accounting experience. Prior experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial plant environment is strongly preferred.

• ERP Proficiency: Hands-on experience with Sage 500 ERP (or similar mid-market ERPs such as Sage 100/300, Epicor, Infor, or NetSuite).

• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, accrual accounting, and cost accounting basics. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs, data formatting).

• Soft Skills: Clear communication skills with the ability to bridge finance and plant operations, sharp attention to detail, and proven ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Working Conditions & Expectations

• On-site office environment within a manufacturing plant setting, requiring regular collaboration with production, purchasing, and supply chain teams.

• Standard full-time schedule, with occasional extended hours during month-end or year-end close cycles.