Staff Accountant

Job Category: Business and finance
Job Type: Not Mentioned
Job Location: USA
Company Name: The Ascent Group

Company Overview

In this role, you will play a key part in supporting daily accounting operations, providing valuable insights through detailed financial analysis, and ensuring the accurate maintenance of the general ledger. You will also gain hands-on experience in cost accounting and manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the timely and accurate completion of month-end and year-end closings, including journal entries and financial statement preparation.

  • Provide meaningful financial analysis on sales, margins, expenditures, and key operational metrics (KPIs).

  • Ensure data accuracy through monthly general ledger reconciliations for critical balance sheet accounts.

  • Manage the preparation of Capital Expenditure Requests, ensuring thorough documentation and analysis.

  • Oversee the Fixed Asset process, including capitalization, depreciation, disposal tracking, and bi-annual inventory management.

  • Conduct monthly credit card reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.

  • Contribute to audit preparedness by supporting both internal and external audits.

  • Collaborate across teams, providing ad hoc support for Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and Payroll.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

  • 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

  • High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.

  • Experience with Oracle ERP is highly preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Compensation:

  • Pay: $80,000 – $85,000 per year

  • Bonus opportunities and yearly bonus available

Benefits:

  • 401(k) with matching

  • Dental, health, life, and vision insurance

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