Staff Accountant

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support a manufacturing organization in Norwalk, Ohio. This is a Contract position offering a flexible hybrid Monday through Friday schedule and a strong opportunity for an early-career accounting candidate to build practical experience. In this role, you will contribute to core accounting activities, financial reporting support, and close processes while partnering with both finance and operational teams. The ideal candidate is attentive to detail, eager to learn, and comfortable working with accounting systems and Excel in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare and record journal entries to help maintain accurate financial data across the accounting function.
• Reconcile balance sheet and other key accounts on a recurring basis, identifying and resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Support general ledger maintenance and help ensure transactions are classified correctly and documented thoroughly.
• Contribute to monthly and annual closing activities by organizing schedules, validating entries, and assisting with reporting needs.
• Review financial activity for completeness and accuracy, escalating issues when irregularities are identified.
• Assist with inventory-related and manufacturing accounting tasks to support operational and financial alignment.
• Compile audit support materials and provide organized documentation in response to internal or external requests.
• Generate spreadsheets and system-based reports using Excel and ERP tools to support analysis and decision-making.
• Collaborate with accounting and operations personnel on ad hoc assignments, process support, and special projects.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• One to two years of accounting experience or relevant internship exposure is preferred.
• Working knowledge of core accounting concepts, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement structure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel with the ability to prepare and analyze financial data.
• Strong attention to detail with solid organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to learn new software platforms and adapt quickly to established accounting procedures.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or Microsoft Dynamics is a plus.
• Exposure to manufacturing accounting, inventory accounting, tax-related processes, or account analysis is beneficial.