Staff Accountant

Our client (management company); Painesville (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Painesville, Ohio, is seeking a Staff Accountant for a full-time, in-person role. You will record daily financial transactions, assist with inventory accounting, and support journal entries to maintain accurate records.

You will prepare internal and external reports, reconcile accounts, and contribute to process improvements to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency. The ideal candidate is entry-level with strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software.

Qualifications

• Entry-level background in accounting principles.
• Proficiency in using Excel and various accounting software packages.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Record daily financial transactions and prepare journal entries.
• Assist with inventory accounting, reconciliations, and related reports.
• Reconcile bank and general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare internal and external financial reports for stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting accuracy.

Skills

Excel

Accounting software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Staff Accountant | CFS

The Tone:

This is a full-time role at CFS, located in Painesville, Ohio. The company is an established and growing manufacturing organization with a strong presence in the automotive and high-performance products industry, recognized for its brand portfolio and commitment to quality. This Staff Accountant position is a key opportunity to join a collaborative accounting and finance team, contributing directly to financial processes that inform business decisions and strategy. The role offers exposure to multiple areas of the business and fosters valuable experience within a manufacturing setting.

The TL;DR

• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Painesville, OH
• Pay: $70000-90000 yearly
• Team: Collaborative accounting and finance team
• Mission: This role supports accurate financial reporting and process improvement to inform business decisions across a manufacturing organization.
• Tech Stack: Excel, accounting software

What You'll Actually Do

• Transactions: Record daily financial transactions and prepare journal entries to maintain accurate financial records.
• Inventory: Assist with inventory accounting, including conducting reconciliations, performing analysis, and preparing related reports.
• Reconciliations: Reconcile bank accounts and various general ledger accounts, actively resolving any identified discrepancies.
• Reporting: Prepare and support both internal and external financial reports for stakeholders.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance existing accounting processes, improve reporting accuracy, and increase overall efficiencies.

The Must-Haves

• Background: Entry-Level. Foundational knowledge in accounting principles.
• Experience: Proficiency in using Excel and various accounting software packages.
• Skills: Demonstrated strong attention to detail and robust organizational skills.
• Bonus: A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field is preferred.