Staff Accountant

Mid City Scrap; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid City Scrap LLC is seeking a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting at our metal recycling facility. You will handle AP/AR, vendor payments, balance sheet reconciliations, and assist with month-end close, under the supervision of the Accounting Manager.

The role requires attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced industrial environment with high transaction volume. Strong Excel and accounting software experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred.
• 2–5 years of accounting experience.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Sage, QuickBooks).
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and process vendor invoices for payment.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and vendor inquiries.
• Prepare weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
• Post payments and adjustments accurately and timely.
• Track fixed assets, inventory, and depreciation schedules.
• Assist tax and audit related requests.
• Reconcile vendor statements, bank accounts, and credit card accounts.
• Generate customer invoices and ensure timely billing.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and aging reports.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Maintain general ledger accuracy through journal entries and analysis.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls.

Skills

Accounting principles

Excel skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s/Associate degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

Description

The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting operations of a metal recycling facility. This position plays a key role in accounts payable, accounts receivable, customer account management, vendor payment processing, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities. The Staff Accountant works closely with the Accounting Manager to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting while maintaining strong internal controls and excellent customer and vendor relationships.

This position requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced industrial environment with high transaction volumes.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and process vendor invoices for payment.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and vendor inquiries.
• Prepare weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
• Ensure accurate and timely posting of payments and adjustments.
• Track fixed assets, inventory, and depreciation schedules
• Assist tax and audit related requests
• Reconcile vendor statements, bank accounts, credit card accounts, and ensure timely payment of obligations.
• Generate customer invoices and ensure timely billing.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and aging reports.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Maintain general ledger accuracy through journal entries and account analysis.
• Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and internal controls. Work closely with scale operations, purchasing personnel, and yard management to resolve transaction discrepancies.
• Maintain accounting files and records in accordance with company policy.
• Prepare weekly and monthly AP and AR reports.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 2-5 years of accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and best practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks).
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in an industrial office environment with exposure to noise and dust.
• Requires sitting, typing, and computer work for extended periods.

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

All U.S. applicants must be 18 years of age.

An offer of U.S. employment by Mid-City Scrap LLC is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen and background check.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Mid City Scrap does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, marital status, disability status, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, age, prior industrial injury, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status under local, state, or federal law