Staff Accountant
21 days ago
Lodi
Job Description Position Summary The Staff Accountant will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting operations of a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, compliance with internal controls, and timely analysis of costs and variances related to plant operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working in a manufacturing setting. Key Responsibilities: • Perform general ledger accounting, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close activities., • Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes; ensure accuracy and timely processing of invoices and payments., • Assist in preparing financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP., • Monitor and reconcile inventory accounts, including raw materials, WIP (work in progress), and finished goods., • Analyze manufacturing variances (labor, overhead, material usage) and provide insight into cost drivers., • Assist with fixed asset accounting, depreciation schedules, and capital expenditure tracking., • Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls., • Support budgeting and forecasting processes by providing accurate cost and expense data., • Prepare reports for management on plant performance, production costs, and variances., • Partner with plant operations to understand and improve cost efficiency., • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field required., • 1–3 years of accounting experience; manufacturing or cost accounting experience preferred., • Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles., • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with QuickBooks online., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills., • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines., • Office-based role within a manufacturing plant environment., • Regular interaction with production, supply chain, and operations teams.