Staff Accountant

Herrington Arms; North Canton (OH); Sur place; USD 50 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Performance Bonuses

401(k) with Company Match & Profit Sharing

Major Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (50% employer-paid)

Paid Time Off

Résumé du poste

Herrington Arms in Salem, Ohio is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to enhance financial systems and reporting. This position focuses on managing core accounting functions and ensuring compliance and operational finance processes.

The ideal candidate will optimize workflows within accounting systems while maintaining strict financial accuracy. Key duties include managing A/P, A/R, preparing financial statements, and supporting compliance for payroll and taxes.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and bookkeeping fundamentals.
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsabilités

• Manage and support accounts payable (A/P) and accounts receivable (A/R).
• Prepare and present financial statements including balance sheet and cash flow reports.
• Assist with payroll processing and payroll record management.

Connaissances

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Accounting principles knowledge

Proficiency in accounting software

Computer literacy

Outils

QuickBooks Online

Google Workspace

Description du poste

Manufacturing & Firearms Industry | Finance & Operations

Location: Onsite – Salem, Ohio

Employment Type: Full‑Time

About Herrington Arms

Herrington Arms designs and manufactures premium firearm accessories focused on performance, reliability, and innovation. We support dealers, distributors, OEM partners, and professional end users across domestic and international markets.

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and highly motivated Staff Accountant to join our growing team and help build strong financial systems, accurate reporting, and efficient business processes.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, improving systems, and ensuring financial accuracy across a fast‑moving manufacturing and ecommerce environment.

Position Overview

The Staff Accountant will be responsible for managing core accounting functions, financial reporting, compliance support, and operational finance processes.

This is a hands‑on role that requires strong attention to detail, a systems‑thinking mindset, and the ability to work across multiple platforms and departments. The ideal candidate actively looks for ways to automate, streamline, and improve financial workflows while maintaining accuracy and compliance.

Core Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Manage and support accounts payable (A/P) and accounts receivable (A/R)
• Post, categorize, and reconcile daily financial transactions
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and merchant processing accounts
• Process customer refunds and ensure proper accounting treatment
• Monitor, review, and help optimize credit card processing and POS fees
• Assist with cash management and daily/weekly cash flow tracking
• Maintain accurate general ledger records and supporting documentation

Recordkeeping & Expense Management

• Maintain detailed recordkeeping for receipts, invoices, and financial documentation
• Track and reconcile employee expenses, including travel expenses and business‑related expenses, ensuring proper documentation and categorization of all expenses for reporting and compliance purposes
• Prepare and present financial statements, including balance sheet and cash flow reports
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Support inventory valuation tracking and reporting
• Provide financial insights to support leadership decision‑making

Payroll, Tax & Compliance Support

• Assist with payroll processing and payroll record management
• Support payroll tax filings and compliance
• Manage multi‑state sales and use tax compliance
• Assist with corporate tax documentation and coordination as needed

Compliance & External Coordination

• Support import/export compliance reporting and documentation, including ATF Form 6 filings, AES (Automated Export System) filings, and other required regulatory submissions
• Serve as the primary liaison between Herrington Arms and external accounting firms and insurance providers

Systems, Process Improvement & Operations

• Work within and maintain accounting systems including QuickBooks Online and Google Workspace
• Identify opportunities to automate, streamline, and improve accounting and operational workflows
• Document and maintain clear accounting and financial procedures
• Support cross‑functional finance and operations projects
• Assist with cost analysis and identifying efficiency improvements across the business

Qualifications & Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and bookkeeping fundamentals
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Proficiency with business software and accounting systems
• Strong computer literacy and ability to quickly learn new systems
• Familiarity with GAAP concepts
• Understanding of sales tax, use tax, and multi‑state compliance basics

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with QuickBooks Online or similar accounting software
• Experience in manufacturing, ecommerce, or inventory‑based businesses
• Payroll processing experience
• Exposure to import/export compliance processes (ATF, AES, etc.)
• Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, or forecasting
• Background in process improvement or systems optimization
• Performance Bonuses
• 401(k) with Company Match & Profit Sharing
• Major Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (50% employer‑paid)
• Paid Time Off

Why Join Herrington Arms?

You will play a key role in building and improving the financial backbone of a fast‑growing manufacturing business. This is an opportunity to move beyond traditional bookkeeping and help shape systems, processes, and financial operations at a higher level. We are looking for someone who doesn’t just record numbers, but actively helps improve how the business runs — making it more efficient, more accurate, and more scalable over time.

Note to Applicants: Firearms industry experience is preferred; however, at a minimum, the ideal candidate must be comfortable handling and working around firearms. While we prefer candidates with relevant industry experience, we strongly encourage qualified individuals to apply even if they do not meet every requirement. Many of the technical skills associated with this role can be trained, but motivation, work ethic, and a genuine desire to grow with a small, fast‑moving company cannot. If you believe this role is a strong fit for you, we encourage you to apply and start a conversation with us!