Staff Accountant: Close, Controls & Process Improvement

Merz North America, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Merz North America, Inc. is seeking a Staff Accountant to support month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting. You will work across functions to resolve accounting matters, improve processes, and ensure accuracy and timeliness of reporting.

The role requires 1–2 years of accounting experience and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field. Proficiency with SAP and strong analytical skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
• 1-2 years related experience in accounting with a company or from public accounting.

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end close activities to support accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting analyses.
• Review variances and investigate unusual items requiring further analysis.
• Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual close responsibilities with deadlines.
• Support audit, compliance, and reporting requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with process owners and business partners on accounting tasks.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Merz North America, Inc. is seeking a Staff Accountant to support month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting. You will work across functions to resolve accounting matters, improve processes, and ensure accuracy and timeliness of reporting.

The role requires 1–2 years of accounting experience and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field. Proficiency with SAP and strong analytical skills are preferred.