Staff Accountant Direct Hire $70-88k target range Raleigh, NC Must-Haves: • Bachelor's in Accounting • 1+ years of experience • Understanding of GAAP • Strong MS Excel Preferred: • CPA • Manufacturing • Public Accounting • JD Edwards Summary This position is located at our corporate office in Raleigh, NC. We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Staff Accountant with the ability to thrive in our fast paced, growing organization. This individual must be able to identify and resolve problems both independently and as a part of a team. Effective verbal and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills across all levels of the organization along with strong organizational and time management ability are also required. Responsibilities: • Provide accounting support for regional operations. • Heavily involved in the month-end close process. • Preparation and maintenance of monthly accruals across multiple plant operations. • Work with plant personnel to ensure transactions are properly recorded. • Assist with timely and accurate management reporting. • Reconciliation of balance accounts. • Perform standard and ad-hoc analysis. • Evaluate and recommend new approaches and procedures that result in process improvements and efficiencies. • Provide support related to internal and external audit requests. • Acquire a strong knowledge of the business. • Monitor compliance with policies and procedures. Requirements: • Bachelor's degree in accounting or relevant prior experience; CPA preferred. • Minimum of 1 year of relevant accounting experience. • Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). • Must be a self-starter and a quick learner who can work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision. • Intermediate to advanced experience with Microsoft Excel; JD Edwards skills desirable. • Detail-oriented with effective verbal and written communication skills. • Excellent interpersonal skills across all levels of the organization. • Strong organizational and time management ability. • Demonstrated ability to roll-up sleeves and work with team members in a hands-on capacity. • Manufacturing or construction and inventory accounting experience a plus. • Ability to travel on occasion (5%). #LI-DA1 #AFHR #AFHRI