Staff Accountant

Horizon Manufacturing Group; United States; Sur place; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401K Retirement plan benefits

Paid Time off

Professional development and education

Résumé du poste

Horizon Manufacturing Group is seeking aStaff Accountant to join our Finance team in a hands-on role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will manage general ledger activities, run journal entries, and perform detailed reconciliations while ensuring accurate financial reporting.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of accounting experience, manufacturing knowledge, and proficiency in Excel and QuickBooks Desktop.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years of accounting experience required.
• Manufacturing accounting experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger, reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Experience with payroll tax filings and compliance; proficiency in Excel and accounting software; QuickBooks Desktop preferred.

Responsabilités

• Perform daily accounting activities: general ledger maintenance, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Complete bank and credit card reconciliations, researching and resolving discrepancies.
• Manage Positive Pay processes and banking transactions.
• Process vendor payments, monitor outstanding balances, and assist with customer collections.
• Prepare and file Wisconsin WT-6 withholding reports and quarterly Form 941 tax returns.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Support manufacturing accounting, including inventory reconciliations and cost reporting.
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and internal controls.
• Serve as backup for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable during absences.
• Maintain cross-training in AP/AR processes to provide coverage when needed.

Connaissances

General ledger accounting

Journal entries

Reconciliations

Bank reconciliations

AP/AR backup

Internal controls

Financial reporting

Excel

QuickBooks Desktop

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Outils

Excel

QuickBooks Desktop

Description du poste

Medical insuranceDental and Vision insurance- employer paid if enrolled in health insurance.Life Insurance401K Retirement plan benefitsPaid Time offProfessional development and education benefitsHorizon Manufacturing Group is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and motivated Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. This position goes beyond traditional Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) responsibilities. We are looking for a hands-on accounting professional who can independently manage financial processes,solve problems, maintain accurate records, and identify opportunities for improvement. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who takes ownership of their work, thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, and brings strong analytical and organizational skills.Key Responsibilities• Perform daily accounting activities, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, and accountreconciliations.• Complete bank and credit card reconciliations, researching and resolving discrepancies.• Manage Positive Pay processes and banking transactions.• Process vendor payments, monitor outstanding balances, and assist with customer collections.• Prepare and file Wisconsin WT-6 withholding reports and quarterly federal Form 941 tax returns.• Lead month-end and year-end closing activities.• Support manufacturing accounting, including inventory reconciliations and cost-related reporting.• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and internal controls.• Serve as the designated backup for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable during employee absences,vacations, or staffing gaps, ensuring critical financial functions continue without interruption.• Maintain cross-training in AP/AR processes to provide effective coverage when needed.Qualifications• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.• 3-5 years of accounting experience required.• Manufacturing accounting experience preferred.• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting.• Experience with payroll tax filings and compliance.• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software; QuickBooks Desktop preferred.• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines.We are looking for someone who is:• Proactive: Takes initiative and follows through without constant direction.• A Problem-Solver: Investigates issues, identifies root causes, and develops solutions.• Detail-Oriented: Values accuracy, organization, and accountability.• Adaptable: Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.• Team-Oriented: Willing to step in, support coworkers, and help improve department processes