General Staff Accountant

DescriptionSummary of Position:Responsible for accounting and financial duties in the Accounting Department, along with providing support to Finance Management. Maintains and controls the general ledger accounts of business transactions, applying the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) that includes analytic and thorough review of financial records. Process daily AR and/or AP entries to an ERP system, ensure files are complete and maintained as needed. Assist in accounting duties as assigned.Duties & Responsibilities:Prepare general journal entries including intercompany transactions. Perform general ledger account and bank statement reconciliation.Perform accounts receivable (A/R) and/or accounts payable (A/P) functions including, but not limited to, processing invoices, input system accounting data, review of customer and/or vendor accounts, collections or check processing.Monitor A/R and A/P communications to ensure timely and accurate application of remittances and/or payments.Create, implement and maintain periodic reporting, fixed asset, bank reconciliation and other MDGP system modules.Assist in daily, weekly and month-end processing which could require general ledger input. Prepare statistical and financial reports as required.Utilize computer systems and software to process or obtain accounting data.Provide accounting support to multiple company departments and locations.Research, track and resolve accounting issues as they arise.Support tasks as assigned by accounting personnel.Compile and sort accounting documents as required for processing. Maintain accounting records and files for records retention.Qualifications:Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP preferred. Proficient in MS Office, database and accounting software. Intermediate knowledge of accounting and GAAP procedures. High level understanding of manufacturing operations with multiple locations, including intercompany accounting skills. A Bachelors or Associates Degree in Accounting/Finance or commensurate work experience. There should be at least 5+ years of cumulative relevant experience in accounting. Must be well organized, accurate, with a great attention to detail, and able to articulate business information; meet deadlines and prioritize tasks; work efficiently with minimal supervision.Physical Demands: