Staff Accountant (Temp, Part Time)

Job Title: Staff Accountant (Temp to Permanent)

Industry: Manufacturing

Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Controller

Salary Range $40.00 – 50.00/hr depending on experience

20 - 30 hours per week

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant is responsible for analyzing, monitoring, and reporting on cost-related financial data to support operational and strategic decision-making. Execute month-end and year-end closing, prepare financial statements, and reconcile general ledger accounts

Operating within our fast-paced manufacturing environment, this role plays a key part in GL review for accuracy, inventory valuation, cost control, Month End and financial reporting, while partnering cross-functionally to improve efficiency and maintain accurate cost structures

Key Responsibilities

· Cost Management: Analyze and maintain standard costs, including materials, labor, and overhead related to production

· Monitor and report on cost variances, providing clear insights and recommendations to management

· Inventory Accounting: Oversee inventory accounting, including valuation, reserves, and physical inventory reporting

· General Ledger & Reporting: Prepare and review journal entries reconciliation and posting.

· Month-End Close: Lead month-end close activities for cost accounting, ensuring both accuracy and timeliness

· Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts related to cost of goods sold (COGS) and inventory

· Cross-Functional Partnership: Partner with Operations and Procurement teams to understand cost drivers, clearly communicating complex financial information to non-finance partners to support business decisions

· Compliance: Ensure compliance with accounting standards (GAAP) and internal controls, and support internal and external audits by providing documentation and analysis

Minimum Qualifications

· Must be eligible to work in the US under ITAR

· Education: AA or higher in accounting. (Required)

· Experience: Minimum 5 years of continuous accounting experience. (Required)

· Experience in a manufacturing company is highly preferred

· Hands-on Actitude

Software Skills:

· QuickBooks Desktop: Expert-level proficiency is a MUST.

· Excel: Solid, advanced Excel knowledge is a MUST, including proficiency with pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis

Core Competencies:

A strong understanding of cost accounting principles and inventory management, paired with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Work may include bending over or crouching. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.