Staff Accountant

Talentify; Sioux Falls (SD); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Job summary

Talentify is seeking a Staff Accountant to support accurate financial reporting and the month-end close in a fully remote role tied to the Sioux Falls, SD area. You will handle journal entries, reconciliations, fixed assets, and compliance with GAAP and SOX controls.

Ideal candidates have a BA/BS in Accounting or Finance, 3–4 years in manufacturing finance, and strong Excel/data analytics skills. Travel to sites may be required, and confidentiality is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (MBA or CPA preferred).
• 3–4 years accounting/finance experience in manufacturing environment.
• Public accounting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage Accounts Payables incl. vouching, check runs, approvals, and invoice/pack slip repositories.
• Support general ledger close activities and analyze financial statements for variances.
• Support cost and inventory accounting for manufacturing operations.
• Prepare and review monthly/quarterly reconciliations with documentation.
• Develop monthly financial analysis for internal/external reporting, budgeting, forecasting.
• Manage fixed assets including CIP tracking, capitalization, depreciation, and audits.
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries.
• Assist with internal/external audit activities and SOX compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and drive improvements.
• Support special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Back up to AR.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Data analytics

Organization

Communication

Growth mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

MBA or CPA preferred

Tools

Excel

Data analytics tools

Job description

Description

Staff Accountant is responsible for accurate and timely financial reporting, journal entries, account reconciliations, and fixed asset management. This role is integral to the monthly close process and ensuring adherence to GAAP throughout the general ledger.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage Accounts Payables incl, vouching, check runs, approvals, and invoice / pack slip repositories
• Support general ledger close activities; ensure accurate transaction recording; analyze financial statements and investigate variances.
• Support cost and inventory accounting for manufacturing operations.
• Prepare and review monthly and quarterly account reconciliations with thorough documentation.
• Develop monthly financial analysis supporting internal and external reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Manage fixed assets, including CIP tracking, capitalization, depreciation, and periodic audits.
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries.
• Support internal/external audit activities
• Ensure adherence to SOX controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve operational challenges and drive process improvements.
• Support special projects and continuous improvement initiatives as needed.
• Back up to AR

Key Performance Indicators

• On-time submission rate for financial reports
• Days to month-end closeAccount reconciliation completion rate and timeliness
• Budget-to-actual variance accuracy
• Journal entry preparation accuracy and timeliness

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA or CPA preferred
• 3-4 years of accounting or finance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Public accounting experience a plus

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and data analytics tools
• Highly organized with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Demonstrated integrity and discretion with confidential information
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated with a growth mindset

Work Environment

Fully remote position supporting the Sioux Falls, SD office. Standard hours are 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Monday through Friday; 8:00 AM-2:00PM Friday. Flexibility required during month-end close. Duties include computer use, document handling, and occasional light lifting. Must communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing. Some travel to site may be required throughout the year.

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