Staff Accountant

EI Microcircuits; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

EI Microcircuits in Mankato, MN is seeking a Staff Accountant to handle month-end close, reconciliations, AP processing, and manufacturing accounting exposure. The role involves ERP systems like MAX, Great Plains, Fishbowl ERP, and QuickBooks, with collaboration across operations and leadership.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in accounting, manufacturing experience is a plus, and a strong eye for detail to support reliable financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• 3+ years of accounting, accounts payable, or general ledger experience.
• Manufacturing ERP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete month-end close activities and related reconciliations.
• Process accounts payable invoices and vendor payments.
• Support inventory reconciliations and cost analysis for manufacturing.
• Assist with compliance documentation and year-end audit requests.
• Provide backup support for accounts receivable and payroll.

Skills

Accounting

Financial分析

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Tools

MAX

Great Plains

Fishbowl ERP

QuickBooks

Job description

Looking for an accounting role where you'll do more than just process invoices?

Join the team at EI Microcircuits in Mankato, MN! We're looking for a Staff Accountant who wants to be involved in:

• Month-end close & reconciliations
• ERP systems & process improvement
• Accounts payable & employee expenses
• Inventory and manufacturing accounting exposure
• Cross-functional collaboration with operations and leadership

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys digging into the details, solving problems, and making an impact on the business.

• Manufacturing experience is a plus, but we're also interested in strong accounting professionals looking to grow their careers.

General Accounting and AP is responsible for general accounting support, BEC accounting activity, accounts payable processing, employee expense processing, and backup support for accounts receivable and payroll. This position assists the Accounting Manager with month-end close, reconciliations, transaction processing, compliance documentation, and other accounting processes that contribute to complete and reliable financial reporting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

EIM General Accounting

• Complete EIM month-end close activities using applicable accounting and ERP systems, including MAX, Great Plains, Fishbowl ERP, QuickBooks, and related reporting tools; responsibilities include posting activity in the correct period, preparing journal entries, updating spreadsheets, completing reconciliations, and coordinating with EI Microcircuits team members to ensure accounting activity is accurate and complete.
• Reconcile bank activity, prepaids, capital assets, contributions, and other assigned general ledger accounts.
• Support operational accounting activities in coordination with the Accounting Manager and Controller, including inventory reconciliations, inventory valuation support, overhead calculations, and related analysis needed for accurate financial reporting.
• Assist with one-off accounting projects as needed across the organization, such as identifying and invoicing no-demand parts, outstanding tariffs, and other customer-recoverable charges.
• Develop proficiency in accounting and ERP systems, including MAX, Great Plains, Fishbowl ERP, QuickBooks, and related reporting tools as applicable.

Accounts Payable Processing

• Process accounts payable invoices for assigned business units, including invoice receipt, filing, purchase order matching, vouchering, coding, posting, and discrepancy resolution.
• Support weekly payment processes, including check runs, ACH/wire payments, recurring payments, prepayments, and vendor payment documentation.
• Process non-PO vouchers, vendor invoice reconciliations, credit card activity, employee expense reports, and other routine accounts payable transactions in the accounting system.
• Reconcile accounts payable balances, receiving discrepancies, vendor invoice activity, credit card activity, and related AP items as part of routine accounts payable processing.
• Review accounting documents for accuracy, completeness, proper coding, adequate support, and compliance with company policy; work with purchasing, operations, vendors, and other departments to resolve issues.
• Assist with sales and use tax refund support, 1099 preparation, year-end audit requests, and other compliance documentation as assigned.

Other Duties

• Provide backup support for accounts receivable and payroll accounting processes, including customer invoicing support, deposits, cash receipts, payment application, credit memos, payroll-related journal entry support, deduction documentation, and related reconciliations when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Accounting Manager, Controller, or CFO.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Strong organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail.
• Strong financial and analytical skills; able to translate financial information into practical business insight.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills; able to work with team members across the organization.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, meet deadlines, and work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office; experience with accounting, ERP, payroll, or related business systems preferred.
• Can identify areas needing improvement and provide positive, practical solutions.
• Trustworthy and able to maintain confidentiality, written, verbal, or otherwise.
• Must be able to sit at a desk and work in front of a computer screen for up to 8 hours per day.
• Must be able to read, write, communicate, and comprehend the English language.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening test and criminal background check.
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements as outlined in this position description.
• Must follow all company policies outlined in the EI Microcircuits Employee Handbook of Personnel Policies.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field preferred; equivalent related experience may be considered.
• Three (3) or more years of related accounting, accounts payable, bookkeeping, or general ledger experience preferred.
• Manufacturing experience and working knowledge of ERP/accounting systems preferred.