Staff Accountant

General Sheet Metal; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

General Sheet Metal in the United States seeks a Staff Accountant with 2–4 years of accounting experience to join our finance team. The role involves performing general accounting functions, assisting with month-end close, preparing financial reports, and maintaining accurate records.

Experience supporting Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Purchasing is a strong plus. The candidate will ensure GAAP compliance, assist audits, and support internal controls while delivering reliable

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Two to four years of progressive accounting experience
• Understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting or ERP systems
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries and maintain the general ledger
• Perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
• Analyze financial data and investigate account discrepancies
• Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules
• Assist with maintenance of fixed asset records and depreciation
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing required documentation
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and internal controls
• Assist with sales tax, property tax, and other regulatory filings

Skills

Two to four years accounting exp

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP systems (Sage or similar)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant with two to four years of accounting experience to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing general accounting functions, assisting with month-end close, completing account reconciliations, preparing financial reports, and maintaining accurate financial records. Experience supporting Accounts Receivable (A/R), Accounts Payable (A/P), and Purchasing functions is a strong plus.

Staff Accountant Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant with two to four years of accounting experience to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing general accounting functions, assisting with month-end close, completing account reconciliations, preparing financial reports, and maintaining accurate financial records. Experience supporting Accounts Receivable (A/R), Accounts Payable (A/P), and Purchasing functions is a strong plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries and maintain the general ledger.
• Perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Analyze financial data and investigate account discrepancies.
• Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules.
• Assist with maintaining fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing required documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and internal controls.
• Assist with sales tax, property tax, and other regulatory filings.

Additional Responsibilities (Preferred)

• Provide backup support for Accounts Receivable (A/R), including invoicing, cash applications, collections, and customer account reconciliations.
• Provide backup support for Accounts Payable (A/P), including invoice processing, vendor payments, and vendor account reconciliations.
• Assist with Purchasing activities, including purchase order processing, vendor communication, and tracking procurement transactions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Two to four years of progressive accounting experience.
• Understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting or ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems such as Sage or a similar platform.
• Experience supporting A/R, A/P, and Purchasing functions.
• A continuous-improvement mindset and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

Company Core Values

At GSM, living our Core Values is critical to our individual and collective success and to staying focused on our Vision and Mission. As team members, we are held accountable for putting these values at the forefront of our daily interactions with our customers, business partners, and each other. Through deliberate execution, we foster a culture that empowers every team member to continually improve and deliver the best results.

Internal Vision

To create a world-class, profitable, full-service operation that is sought after for its innovation, leading-edge technology, and lean practices in the construction industry. As an industry leader, we strive to be the best in our class and to be recognized for it by our clients and peers.

Internal Mission

To create and nurture a culture of highly successful people working toward common goals.

Building Success Together — It’s What We Do Here!

Team — We’ve Got Your Back

Together, we win and lose as a team. We maintain a safe and supportive work environment through our words, actions, and behaviors.

Transparency — Keep It Real

We act with integrity and are committed to having respectful, open, direct, and timely conversations with our coworkers, clients, and customers, no matter how difficult.

Innovation — No Dumb Ideas

We promote a growth mindset by exploring new ideas and collaborating at all levels.

Reliability — 100% Say/Do Ratio

We keep our commitments.

Salary

• Competitive and commensurate with experience.