Staff Accountant

Evolving Solution Services; Saint Marys (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kosei St. Marys Corporation (KSM) is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our Accounting Department.

This role supports the daily financial operations of the organization, with a primary focus on accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory accounting, invoice processing, and ERP system data entry. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, bookkeeping knowledge, and experience working with financial data within an ERP system.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred; 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience may be considered in place of an Accounting degree.
• 3–5 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred.
• Experience with Accounts Payable and invoice processing preferred.
• Experience with Accounts Receivable, journal entries, and account reconciliations preferred.
• Manufacturing or inventory accounting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and process vendor invoices in D365.
• Prepare and process customer invoices in D365.
• Enter general journal entries and perform reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end/year-end closing and inventory reconciliations.
• Collaborate with multiple departments to resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

Reports To: Accounting Supervisor FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary:

Kosei St. Marys Corporation (KSM) is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our Accounting Department. This position supports the daily financial operations of the organization, with a primary focus on accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory accounting, invoice processing, and ERP system data entry.

The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, bookkeeping knowledge, and experience working with financial data within an ERP system. This role requires accuracy, organization, and the ability to manage multiple accounting tasks while supporting month-end and year-end financial processes within a manufacturing environment.

This position is ideal for an accounting professional who is beyond entry-level bookkeeping and looking to build experience within a manufacturing accounting environment.

Essential Functions:

(includes but is not limited to the following)

Accounts Payable

• Review, verify, and process vendor invoices.
• Enter vendor invoices into D365 and process invoices through D365 Invoice Capture.
• Match invoices with purchase orders and supporting documentation.
• Assist with resolving vendor invoice and payment discrepancies and maintain accurate A/P records.

Accounts Receivable

• Prepare and process customer invoices in D365.
• Maintain accurate A/R records and assist with cash application and account reconciliation.
• Research and resolve billing or payment discrepancies.

General Accounting

• Prepare and enter general journal entries in D365.
• Perform account reconciliations and research discrepancies.
• Enter accounting data and process daily accounting transactions.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.

Month-End & Inventory Support

• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, journal entries, accruals, and assigned reconciliations.
• Assist with inventory reconciliations, cycle counts, physical inventory, and research of inventory discrepancies as needed.

Other Responsibilities

• Work with Accounting, Purchasing, Operations, Warehouse, and other departments to resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial and company information.
• Perform other accounting-related duties as assigned by the Accounting Supervisor.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Basic understanding of accounting principles
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

PHYSICAL DEMANDS(OVERALL – MEDIUM LEVEL)

Activity Frequency

Sitting / Computer Work: Constantly

Standing / Walking: Occasionally

Keyboarding / Data Entry: Constantly

Lifting up to 20 lbs: Occasionally

Reaching / Handling documents: Frequently

(Occasionally): Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time

(Frequently): Occupation requires this activity from 33% – 66% of the time

(Constantly): Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time

Position Qualifications:

Education

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred; 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience may be considered in place of an Accounting degree.

Experience

• 3–5 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred.
• Experience with Accounts Payable and invoice processing preferred.
• Experience with Accounts Receivable, journal entries, and account reconciliations preferred.
• Manufacturing or inventory accounting experience is a plus.