Staff Accountant

Jabil; United States; On-site; USD 59,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Jabil is seeking an Accounting Analyst to join a new factory startup in Prince George, VA. This on-site role focuses on building operations, creating processes, and supporting manufacturing startup finance.

You will forecast, analyze costs, ensure SOX compliance, and collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Corporate Finance to drive clear decision-making. Bachelor's in accounting/finance and 0–2 years in manufacturing are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 0-2+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries with accurate coding.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, bank statements, and other records.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes and financial statements.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.
• Process payroll-related transactions.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Assist with internal and external audits with documentation.
• Ensure compliance with policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with departments to gather financial information and resolve discrepancies.
• Identify and recommend improvements to accounting processes and procedures.
• Perform other accounting-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Advanced Excel

GAAP

Financial analysis

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

On-site at our Prince George, VA facility.

This role is to support a new factory in Prince George, VA (on-site) , a start-up manufacturing large form-factor equipment.The product will be large (shipping container size), heavy (50+ tons), and complex.This position will be part of the core factory startup and onboarding team responsible for building the operations and manufacturing staff, fitting out the building, and creating the process flow/work instructions/etc. from the ground up.Skills to include: panel and point to point wire assembly, Medium Voltage, Low Voltage, and High Power Electronic assemblies.

This role serves as a key business partner to site leadership. This role delivers in-depth financial analysis, cost insight, and operational performance reporting to drive better decision-making. Responsibilities include forecasting, budgeting, PPV analysis, cost analysis, SOX compliance, and routine financial health reviews. This position also contributes to the enhancement and maintenance of Jabil’s financial systems and tools, ensuring accuracy, strong internal controls, and alignment with corporate standards. The analyst interacts routinely with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Corporate Finance, to improve transparency, support strategic initiatives, and enhance overall operating results.

What Will You Do?

• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring accuracy and proper coding.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, bank statements, and other financial records.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, including preparing financial statements.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.
• Process payroll-related transactions.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with other departments to gather financial information and resolve discrepancies.
• Identify and recommend improvements to accounting processes and procedures.
• Perform other accounting-related duties as assigned.

What are the Education & Experience Requirements?'

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 0-2+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing or multinational environment.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is highly desirable.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, advanced formulas).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

The pay range for this role is $58,800 - $94,100. Job-related, non-discriminatory factors used to determine the actual offered rate include qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity.

As part of the total rewards package, Jabil offers benefits to enhance your health, wealth and resilient self. These include:

• medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) retirement plan and employee stock purchase plan
• paid time off

Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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