Staff Accountant: GAAP, Reconciliations & Reporting

QualiTech; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ellison is a food solutions partner delivering premium inclusions and scalable manufacturing capabilities. The Financial Accountant supports day-to-day accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close while ensuring internal controls and compliance with policies and GAAP.

You'll work closely with the Finance team to prepare financial reports, support external audits, and contribute to process improvements. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance and 2–4 years of relevant

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 2–4 years of accounting experience (public accounting or manufacturing preferred).
• Strong GAAP knowledge and financial reporting understanding.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record journal entries in accordance with GAAP.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate financial records.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Coordinate with external auditors during year-end audit and prepare schedules.
• Prepare recurring financial reports and analysis for management.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting efficiency.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

ERP accounting systems

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP software

Excel

Job description

Ellison is a food solutions partner delivering premium inclusions and scalable manufacturing capabilities. The Financial Accountant supports day-to-day accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close while ensuring internal controls and compliance with policies and GAAP.

You'll work closely with the Finance team to prepare financial reports, support external audits, and contribute to process improvements. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance and 2–4 years of relevant