Staff Accountant I

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Position Summary:

The Staff Accountant position assists in all accounting activities for the Hastings, NE operations, including compliance, daily GL maintenance tasks, month end closing procedures, and analysis of monthly results.  The position requires a working relationship with different functional areas to ensure an in depth understanding of the financial results.

Position Responsibilities:

The candidate will demonstrate a solid understanding of GAAP accounting as well as data management and financial analysis skills. 

·         Ensure the production of timely, accurate and relevant financial reports to plant management in order to facilitate understanding and analysis of the business and business opportunities

·         Ensure that accounting practices are in compliance with all relevant accounting standards, and company values and practices

·         Seek/participate in continuous process improvements

·         Assist in annual physical inventory process and related reconciliation

·         Perform the monthly accounting close process and journal entry postings

·         Support the senior GL and senior cost accountants with ad hoc analysis of results, budgets, and forecasts with focus on P&L performance.

·         Participate in month end closing procedures including, but not limited to, accurate and timely completion and posting of closing entries and month end reports

·         Complete daily GL maintenance tasks timely and accurately

·         Conduct account reconciliations

·         Contribute in audits and SOX tests

Key Competencies and Success Factors:

• Lead changes in process and systems

• Demonstrated strong technical and analytical skills

• Strong collaboration skills across multiple disciplines and must be a team player 

• Demonstrated excellent oral, written, presentation, and interpersonal skills to all levels of the organization

• Must be detailed-oriented and deadline sensitive 

• Must be proficient in the use of standard software programs

• High degree of initiative, creativity, and problem solving ability required 

Experience and Skills Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business

• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in financial management or in financial accounting.

• Manufacturing plant experience a plus

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

Compensation Type:

Incentive Eligible:

Sales Commission Eligible:

Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience,  travel requirements, and union designation.   Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country.  Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Safety Sensitive Role:

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.