Staff Accountant

LHH; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Job summary

A growing manufacturing company in Melville is seeking a motivated Staff Accountant to join its finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional looking to build a strong foundation in core functions while gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, 1-2 years of experience, strong Excel skills, and a desire to learn. Benefits include 401(k), PTO, and health insurance.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of accounting experience (internships or co-op experience considered).
• Eagerness to learn and grow within an accounting team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day accounting operations including journal entries and general ledger support.
• Support month-end close activities, including account reconciliations.
• Prepare and reconcile bank, balance sheet, and expense accounts.
• Collaborate with operations and finance teams to resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Basic understanding of GAAP and accounting principles

Strong Excel skills

Detail-oriented

Strong communication skills

Organizational and time-management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline

Tools

Accounting software experience

ERP exposure

Job description

Overview

A growing manufacturing company in Melville is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join its finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional looking to build a strong foundation in core accounting functions while gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Other benefits aligned with state regulations and employment classification

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day accounting operations including journal entries and general ledger support
• Support month-end close activities, including account reconciliations and schedules
• Prepare and reconcile bank, balance sheet, and expense accounts
• Assist with inventory tracking, cost accounting, and manufacturing-related transactions
• Support preparation of financial reports and variance analysis
• Maintain accurate and organized accounting records and documentation
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
• Support audit preparation by compiling schedules and responding to information requests
• Collaborate with operations and finance teams to resolve discrepancies
• Participate in process improvements and system enhancements as needed

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• 1–2 years of accounting experience (internships or co-op experience considered)
• Basic understanding of GAAP and accounting principles
• Strong Excel skills and comfort working with data
• Experience with accounting software; ERP exposure a plus
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills
• Eagerness to learn and grow within an accounting team
• Strong communication skills and a positive, team-oriented mindset

Ready to Start Your Accounting Career?

If you're an early-career accounting professional looking to grow your skills in a supportive manufacturing environment, we’d love to connect. Please send your resume (in Word format) to [e-mail] for immediate consideration.

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