Staff Accountant

Visa Lighting; Glendale (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Visa Lighting is seeking a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting activities in a manufacturing environment. You will prepare and post journal entries, reconcile balance sheet accounts, and assist with month-end closes while ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.

The role requires 2–3+ years of experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel; Epicor experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2-3+ years of experience performing similar duties; preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications required; Epicor preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries accurately and timely.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed.
• Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts.
• Prepare account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports and audits.
• Review transactions for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Support budget preparation and financial analysis activities.
• Maintain accounting records and documentation.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiency.
• Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Analytical skills

Communications skills

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Team player

Manage multiple projects

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Epicor

Job description

The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting functions of the organization. This role assists with accounts payable, accounts receivable, month-end close activities, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and general ledger maintenance. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and eager to develop a strong foundation in accounting in a manufacturing context.

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Prepare and post journal entries accurately and timely.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed.
• Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts.
• Prepare account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports and audits.
• Review transactions for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Support budget preparation and financial analysis activities.
• Maintain accounting records and documentation.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiency.
• Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION PREFERRED/SPECIAL NOTES:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

EXPERIENCE PREFERRED/SPECIAL NOTES:

• 2-3+ years of experience performing similar duties; preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications required; Epicor preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Extended periods of sitting required.

Qualifications

Skills

Required

Communications Skills

Intermediate

Manage Multiple Projects

Some Knowledge

Problem Solving

Intermediate

Analytical Skills

Intermediate

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Accounting or related field.

Experience

Required

Microsoft Excel

Preferred

2-3 years:

2-3 years: Manufacturing Environment

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