Staff Accountant

AstraNova Solar; Nebraska; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraNova Solar is seeking a Staff Accountant to support daily accounting operations with a focus on Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable in a manufacturing environment.

This role is ideal for someone early in their accounting career who wants hands-on experience and growth within the company. You will contribute to journal entries, month-end close, and ensure accurate billing and payments across internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field (or graduating soon).
• 0–2 years of accounting or AP/AR experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles; strong attention to detail.
• Fluency in Mandarin Chinese preferred; good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices with accurate coding and approvals.
• Prepare and process payments to vendors.
• Maintain vendor records and resolve discrepancies.
• Communicate with vendors regarding payment status and issues.
• Generate and issue invoices to customers.
• Track incoming payments and apply cash receipts.
• Follow up on outstanding balances and support collections.
• Maintain accurate customer account records.
• Assist with journal entries and basic account reconciliations.
• Support month-end close processes.
• Maintain organized financial records and documentation.
• Work with internal teams to ensure accurate billing and payments.
• Assist in improving AP/AR workflows and processes.
• Support audit preparation when needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Excel

Strong communication skills

Mandarin Chinese

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support daily accounting operations, with a primary focus on Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.

This role is ideal for someone early in their accounting career who is looking to gain hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable (AP)

• Process vendor invoices and ensure accurate coding and approvals
• Prepare and process payments to vendors
• Maintain vendor records and resolve discrepancies
• Communicate with vendors regarding payment status and issues

Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Generate and issue invoices to customers
• Track incoming payments and apply cash receipts
• Follow up on outstanding balances and support collections
• Maintain accurate customer account records

General Accounting Support

• Assist with journal entries and basic account reconciliations
• Support month-end close processes
• Maintain organized financial records and documentation

Process & Coordination

• Work with internal teams to ensure accurate billing and payments
• Assist in improving AP/AR workflows and processes
• Support audit preparation when needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (or graduating soon)
• 0–2 years of accounting or AP/AR experience preferred
• Basic understanding of accounting principles
• Fluency in Mandarin Chinese is preferred
• Experience with AP/AR processes or accounting systems
• Internship experience in accounting or finance is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Basic Excel skills
• Ability to follow processes and meet deadlines
• Good communication skills