Staff Accountant: Cost & Inventory Analytics

The Lawrence Paper Company; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401k with Company Match

Health Savings Account (HSA) with 401k

Eight Paid Holidays

Front-loaded Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Salary Continuation

Discount Programs

Job summary

The Lawrence Paper Company in Lawrence, KS is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our accounting team. This role supports month-end close, prepares journal entries, and analyzes variances in a manufacturing environment.

We value analytical thinkers who can work independently, maintain accurate cost records, and collaborate with teammates to improve financial reporting. Competitive benefits and a stable, long-standing employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or similar business field required.
• Manufacturing experience is highly desired but not required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with partners to ensure compliance with accounting policies and controls.
• Assist with month-end close by preparing journal entries, schedules, and variance analyses.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly for accurate reporting.
• Maintain accurate product costs and estimate rates.
• Track manufacturing variances and inventory movements for accuracy.
• Analyze cost records in a job cost environment.
• Assist with monthly and quarterly reporting for internal and external sources.
• Prepare documentation for external auditors.
• Recommend cost-saving and revenue-enhancing opportunities.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Problem solving

Proficient in Excel

Team player

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or similar business field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

The Lawrence Paper Company in Lawrence, KS is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our accounting team. This role supports month-end close, prepares journal entries, and analyzes variances in a manufacturing environment.

We value analytical thinkers who can work independently, maintain accurate cost records, and collaborate with teammates to improve financial reporting. Competitive benefits and a stable, long-standing employer.