Staff Accountant

Rovema GmbH; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ROVEMA North America, headquartered in Norcross, GA, seeks a detail-oriented Staff Accountant / AR & Revenue Specialist to support day-to-day accounting, cash management, invoicing, AR, and project billing.

The role includes revenue recognition, month-end close, and collaboration across finance and operations, with exposure to ERP systems and GAAP standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or related field.
• 3–7+ years of accounting, AR, or revenue accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and revenue recognition principles.
• Experience with project billing, deferred revenue, and month-end close.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage project-based billings per contracts.
• Record sales transactions and AR entries; monitor collections.
• Reconcile deferred revenue and prepare monthly schedules.
• Assist revenue recognition per company policies and standards.
• Perform month-end close and post journal entries.
• Analyze project profitability and billing status.

Skills

Excel advanced (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP,

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP/accounting systems

Job description

About ROVEMA North America

ROVEMA North America, headquartered in Norcross, Georgia, is the wholly-owned North American subsidiary of ROVEMA GmbH a global leader in packaging machinery engineering founded in 1957. We design, sell, and support industry-leading vertical form/fill/seal (VFFS) baggers, cartoning systems, and end-of-line packaging solutions for consumer packaged goods producers across food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and industrial markets. With over 2,000 machines installed across North America and a reputation built on German-engineered precision, ROVEMA is a trusted partner to many of the world's top CPG brands.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Staff Accountant / AR & Revenue Specialist to support the day-to-day accounting operations of the company. This role is responsible for cash management, accounts receivable, customer collections, invoicing, project billing, revenue recognition, month-end close processes, and general accounting activities.

Key Responsibilities

The Staff Accountant / AR & Revenue Specialist is responsible for cash management, accounts receivable, customer collections, invoicing, project billing, revenue recognition, month-end close processes, and general accounting activities.

Revenue Accounting & Project Billing

• Prepare and manage project-based billings in accordance with customer contracts.
• Review contracts for billing terms and revenue recognition requirements.
• Record sales transactions and related accounts receivable entries.
• Maintain deferred revenue schedules and prepare monthly reconciliation entries.
• Assist with revenue recognition in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Analyze project profitability and billing status.

Accounts Receivable & Collections

• Manage the accounts receivable aging and collections process.
• Follow up with customers regarding overdue invoices and payment issues.
• Resolve billing disputes and collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely collections.
• Monitor customer credit limits and payment trends.
• Prepare AR aging reports and provide collection updates to management.
• Record customer payments and apply cash receipts to customer accounts.

Cash Management & Treasury

• Monitor and manage daily cash balances and banking activities.
• Reconcile bank accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Initiate and monitor electronic payments, wire transfers, and ACH transactions.
• Set up credit card accounts for company employees and assist them with cc issues.
• Monitor corporate credit card account balances and activities.
• Maintain positive banking relationships and support treasury-related activities.

Month-End & Financial Close

• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts.
• Analyze general ledger accounts and investigate variances.
• Prepare supporting schedules and account reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements and management reports.

Staff Accountant Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate accounting records.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Support annual audits and tax filings.
• Prepare sales tax and other compliance-related reports.
• Develop and improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Assist with special projects and financial analysis as needed.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

Key Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-7+ years of accounting, accounts receivable, or revenue accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and revenue recognition principles.
• Experience with project billing, deferred revenue, asset deposits, Fixed Assets, Prepaid expenses and month-end close.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems.
• Experience in service, project-based, construction, engineering, software, or professional services environments.
• Experience managing collections and customer billing functions.

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, and formulas.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with customers and internal departments.

Work Environment

• At ROVEMA, you become part of an international organization that combines German engineering excellence with entrepreneurial agility. We offer a collaborative culture, technical innovation, and the opportunity to work with some of North America's leading food manufacturers.
• Our employees are empowered to make an impact, develop professionally, and contribute directly to the continued growth of our business.
• Based in Norcross, Georgia.