Staff Accountant – Manufacturing

Connexion Systems + Engineering; Cranston (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Connexion Systems & Engineering Inc. in Cranston, RI is seeking a Staff Accountant with manufacturing experience to join our finance team.

You will prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and support the month-end close while partnering with Operations. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, has 3+ years of accounting experience, and is proficient with ERP systems and Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Manufacturing experience required.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Team-oriented approach with continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and perform account reconciliations.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
• Maintain general ledger and fixed asset records.
• Analyze financial results and investigate variances.
• Support inventory and manufacturing accounting.
• Prepare schedules and reports for treasury and financial reporting.
• Assist with audits, tax filings, and compliance activities.
• Maintain accurate accounting documentation and internal controls.
• Participate in ERP initiatives and accounting process improvements.
• Work closely with Finance and Operations teams to support business objectives.
• Perform other accounting and financial analysis activities as needed.

Skills

Excel

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Title: Staff Accountant – Manufacturing Hiring Organization: Connexion Systems & Engineering Compensation, Benefits, and Employment Type Duration: Full-Time, Permanent Pay rate: $60,000-$75,000 annually Job Location: Cranston, RI Work Model: 100% onsite Schedule: Monday - Friday, 1st shift Job#: bh19349 Description:

We are seeking a Staff Accountant with a strong foundation in accounting and experience working in a manufacturing environment to join our finance team in Cranston, RI. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys working with numbers, digging into financial data, and partnering with operational teams. The Staff Accountant will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting the month-end close, and providing accounting support across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and perform account reconciliations
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities
• Maintain general ledger and fixed asset records
• Analyze financial results and investigate variances
• Support inventory and manufacturing accounting
• Prepare schedules and reports for treasury and financial reporting
• Assist with audits, tax filings, and compliance activities
• Maintain accurate accounting documentation and internal controls
• Participate in ERP initiatives and accounting process improvements
• Work closely with Finance and Operations teams to support business objectives
• Perform other accounting and financial analysis activities as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 3+ years of accounting experience
• Manufacturing experience required
• Experience working with ERP systems
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Solid understanding of general accounting principles, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organization
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Team-oriented approach with an interest in continuous improvement

What You'll Bring

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented accounting professional who can work independently while collaborating effectively with Finance and Operations. Experience with manufacturing, inventory, and cost-related accounting will be particularly valuable in this role.