Staff Accountant

Anderson International Corp; Stow (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Anderson International Corp is seeking a staff accountant to perform core accounting functions including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting support under supervision. The role emphasizes accuracy, adherence to accounting policies, and supporting monthly close deadlines.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 1–4 years of manufacturing accounting experience, with strong Excel and ERP skills and the ability to work independently and meet

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
• 1 to 4 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to apply knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Proficient in MS Excel and ERP software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Sense of urgency and ability to deliver expected results
• Ability to research, compile, analyze, and interpret data
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger
• Reconcile cash sheet weekly and balance sheet accounts monthly
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed
• Prepare supporting schedules for financial statements and audits as needed
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Help maintain accurate fixed asset and depreciation records
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
• Assist with sales tax filings and other regulatory reporting
• Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records
• Support external auditors during annual audits by providing requested documentation
• Perform other accounting duties and special projects as assigned
• Assist with Cost Accounting as proficiency develops

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Organization

Time management

Data analysis

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

MS Excel

ERP software

Job description

Perform core accounting functions - including reconciliations, journal entries, and reporting support - in accordance with established accounting policies, internal controls, and monthly close deadlines. Work is primarily transactional and support-level, performed under the review and guidance of senior accounting staff, with increasing autonomy as proficiency develops.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger
• Reconcile cash sheet weekly and balance sheet accounts monthly
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed
• Prepare supporting schedules for financial statements and audits as needed
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Help maintain accurate fixed asset and depreciation records
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
• Assist with sales tax filings and other regulatory reporting
• Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial recordsSupport external auditors during annual audits by providing requested documentation
• Perform other accounting duties and special projects as assigned
• Assist with Cost Accounting as proficiency develops

Preferred Education/Experience/Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
• 1 to 4 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to apply knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Proficient in MS Excel and ERP software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Sense of urgency and ability to deliver expected results
• Ability to research, compile, analyze, and interpret data
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Physical Requirements

This role is typically performed in an office setting with standard business hours. Occasional overtime may be required during month-end close, quarter-end close, and audit periods. While performing the duties of this job one would occasionally be required to stand, sit, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities require close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions and the ability to adjust focus. Job duties will generally be performed in an office environment, but may require visits to the production floor.