Staff Accountant - Accounts Payable

PJ Fitzpatrick; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Birthday day off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Basic life insurance

401k with company match

Performance incentives

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

PJ Fitzpatrick is seeking an Accounting Professional to support accounting and financial processes across markets and products. You will handle AP reconciliation, journal entries, and vendor communications, with opportunities for education and growth.

The role combines independent and collaborative work in a fast-growing, mid-sized company. Ideal candidates have a BS in Accounting or related field, strong Excel skills, and excellent communication abilities.

Qualifications

• BS in Accounting or similar major.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Excellent oral and written communications.
• Ability to prioritize work and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Vendor invoices – ensure accuracy of data in GL and reconcile with POs.
• Collaborate with Production and Vendors on reconciliation differences.
• Timely data input and adjustments.
• Reconcile open AP to Vendor Statements.
• Prepare daily/monthly reconciliations for balance sheet accounts (e.g., AP).
• Post journal entries into the general ledger, including vendor accruals.
• Identify process improvements and collaborate on solutions.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Prioritization

Problem solving

Team player

Education

BS in Accounting

Job description

Accounting Professional

This role provides an excellent chance to join on the ground floor of a fast-growing mid-sized company with a top-tier culture. Work environments will include both independent and team settings. The employee filling this position will provide accounting and financial support to PJ Fitzpatrick and each of its different markets and products. There will also be many opportunities for personal and professional continuing education. Communication skills will be enhanced as the position will interact with customers, vendors and internal departments including sales and production. The role requires some experience in Accounts Payable, specifically focused on date and invoice reconciliation. This role also provides someone with a quick learning curve the opportunity to grow as the company continues to grow and expand.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Vendor Invoices – Ensure accuracy of invoice data in the GL and reconcile against existing purchase orders


• Partner with Production and Vendors on reconciliation differences


• Timely data input and adjustments are required.


• Reconciliations of open AP to Vendor Statements.


• Prepare daily/monthly reconciliations for various balance sheet accounts, such as AP


• Accounting Entries – prepare and post journal entries into company general ledger. Entries include but are not limited to vendor accruals.


• Identify areas of process improvement and work with others to solution.


• Support for other accounting team members.


• Additional duties as needed.

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Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm

Pay: Salary of $60,000 with the potential of a monthly incentive

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong computer skills – Intermediate Excel experience


• Excellent oral and written communications skills


• Ability to prioritize work.


• Problem solving skills.


• Positive and upbeat personality that fosters ability to work in a team environment.

Education and Experience:

• BS in Accounting or similar major.


• Relevant work experience or internships are a plus.

At P.J. Fitzpatrick, we believe in offering our employees competitive pay and an excellent benefits package. Our list of benefits includes:

• Paid time off, and the day off on your birthday!


• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance


• 401k with Company Match


• Performance Incentives


• Career advancement opportunities