STAFF ACCOUNTANT

Kids for the Future; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future is seeking a Staff Accountant in Gastonia, NC to manage day-to-day accounting and maintain the general ledger using Sage 500 ERP. You will support month-end close, reconciliations, financial reporting, and GAAP compliance for a manufacturing environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 2–4 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably with Sage 500 and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or closely related field.
• 2–4 years of progressive accounting experience; manufacturing/fabrication preferred.
• Hands-on experience with Sage 500 ERP or similar mid-market ERP.
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger in Sage 500 with journal entries.
• Process AP transactions with proper coding and approvals.
• Process AR, cash receipts, and assist collections.
• Prepare monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support month-end/year-end close and close-related entries.
• Produce standard and ad hoc financial reports from Sage 500.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Sage 500 ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

• Location Plant 1 Alpha 2408 Forbes Rd,Gastonia, NC, 28056,United States
• Base Pay $70,000.00 / Year
• Job Category Accounting , Staff Accountant , Reconciliation
• Relocation Expense Covered No
• Employee Type FT Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

Description

Position Summary
The Staff Accountant is responsible for day-to-day accounting activities and accurate maintenance of the general ledger using Sage 500 ERP. This position supports month-end close, reconciliations, financial reporting, and compliance for a manufacturing/fabrication environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain the general ledger in Sage 500, including preparation and posting of standard and adjusting journal entries in accordance with GAAP.
Process and review accounts payable transactions in Sage 500, ensuring proper coding, approvals, and timely payment of vendors.
Process customer invoices, cash receipts, and other accounts receivable transactions in Sage 500, and assist with collections as needed.
Prepare and complete monthly bank reconciliations and key balance sheet account reconciliations using Sage 500 reports and supporting schedules.
Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, including accruals, prepaids, fixed asset entries, and other recurring entries.
Run standard and ad hoc financial reports from Sage 500 (trial balance, P&L, balance sheet, aging reports) and prepare supporting schedules for management.
Support inventory and cost accounting activities by reconciling inventory-related accounts, reviewing variances, and coordinating with operations on counts and adjustments.
Assist with the preparation of sales and use tax, property tax, and other compliance filings by providing accurate data and schedules.
Provide documentation and reconciliations for internal and external auditors, ensuring transactions recorded in Sage 500 are properly supported.
Help maintain master data in Sage 500 (vendors, customers, GL accounts, items) in accordance with internal control and approval procedures.
Identify and recommend process improvements and better use of Sage 500 functionality to increase accuracy, control, and efficiency.
Perform other related accounting tasks and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or closely related field required.
2–4 years of progressive accounting experience; manufacturing or fabrication industry experience preferred.
Hands-on experience with Sage 500 ERP or similar mid-market ERP system strongly preferred.
Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP, accrual accounting, reconciliations, and basic financial statements.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (v-lookups, pivot tables, filters) and ability to work with data exported from Sage 500.
High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to partner with both finance and operations personnel.

Working Conditions
Office/plant office environment with regular interaction with production, purchasing, and operations teams.
Full-time, salaried position; additional hours may be required during month-end, year-end, or special projects.

Requirements

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or closely related field required.
2–4 years of progressive accounting experience; manufacturing or fabrication industry experience preferred.
Hands-on experience with Sage 500 ERP or similar mid-market ERP system strongly preferred.
Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP, accrual accounting, reconciliations, and basic financial statements.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (v-lookups, pivot tables, filters) and ability to work with data exported from Sage 500.
High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to partner with both finance and operations personnel.

Working Conditions
Office/plant office environment with regular interaction with production, purchasing, and operations teams.
Full-time, salaried position; additional hours may be required during month-end, year-end, or special projects.

Summary

Role Overview

The Staff Accountant is responsible for managing day-to-day accounting operations, maintaining the general ledger, and supporting financial reporting within a manufacturing and fabrication environment. This full-time role plays a critical part in month-end and year-end close processes, account reconciliations, audits, and compliance filings, utilizing the Sage 500 ERP system to ensure accuracy and adherence to U.S. GAAP.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, alongside 2 to 4 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within manufacturing or fabrication. The ideal applicant will possess hands-on experience with mid-market ERP systems like Sage 500, strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and a solid understanding of accrual accounting and internal controls. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills are essential for success in this dynamic office and plant environment.