Staff Accountant

Spherion Staffing, LLC; Vandalia (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

AD&D

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Short-term disability

Job summary

Spherion Staffing, LLC is hiring a Staff Accountant in Vandalia, OH. You will support month-end closes, manage general ledger entries, and handle cost/inventory functions across two ERP systems.

This role requires 4–7 years of accounting experience and strong Excel skills, with a focus on accuracy and cross-functional collaboration. Join a team that emphasizes internal controls, GAAP compliance, and operational efficiency in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• An Associate or Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3-5 years of experience in general accounting, including 1-2 years specifically in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (you must be a pro with Pivot Tables and V-Lookups!).
• Highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities, and possess a high level of attention to detail.
• Professional communicator who excels at interacting with coworkers, customers, and business partners.

Responsibilities

• Drive Accuracy: Perform day-to-day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, posting, and recording accounting data.
• Master the Ledger: Assist with general ledger maintenance by preparing and posting journal entries, and support month-end closing and account reconciliations.
• Be the Backbone: Help serve as a backup for the Accounting Manager and other key accounting functions, ensuring the efficiency of financial operations.
• Optimize Operations: Be involved in costing and inventory functions, manage fixed assets, and support the continuous improvement of accounting systems and procedures.
• Collaborate & Innovate: Work cross-functionally with Purchasing, Sales, and Operations to resolve accounting discrepancies and improve workflows.
• Ensure Compliance: Help maintain strict compliance with internal control policies and GAAP requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Professional communicator

Education

Associate degree or Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Pivot Tables

V-Lookups

Job description

Terms

I am at least 18 years old

I am legally authorized to work in the United States

Spherion is hiring a Staff Accountant for our client in Vandalia, OH! This role will be a key player in maintaining financial integrity, supporting month-end closures, and ensuring operations run like a well-oiled machine. From managing general ledger entries to navigating two different companies and two distinct ERP systems, your impact will be felt across the entire organization.

• Drive Accuracy: Perform day-to-day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, posting, and recording accounting data.
• Master the Ledger: Assist with general ledger maintenance by preparing and posting journal entries, and support month-end closing and account reconciliations.
• Be the Backbone: Help serve as a backup for the Accounting Manager and other key accounting functions, ensuring the efficiency of financial operations.
• Optimize Operations: Be involved in costing and inventory functions, manage fixed assets, and support the continuous improvement of accounting systems and procedures.
• Collaborate & Innovate: Work cross-functionally with Purchasing, Sales, and Operations to resolve accounting discrepancies and improve workflows.
• Ensure Compliance: Help maintain strict compliance with internal control policies and GAAP requirements.

Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

• A background in Manufacturing is preferred.
• Experience with Fixed Assets or Costing/Inventory functions is a major plus!

Education:
Associate

Experience:
4-7 years

• An Associate or Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3-5 years of experience in general accounting, including 1-2 years specifically in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (you must be a pro with Pivot Tables and V-Lookups!).
• Highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities, and possess a high level of attention to detail.
• Professional communicator who excels at interacting with coworkers, customers, and business partners.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

• medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].