Staff Accountant

Skillcloudhcm
Mechanic Falls, ME
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Candidates with accounting experience and process improvement focus will find this senior role in manufacturing in Auburn, Maine, offers a collaborative environment with diverse responsibilities.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 3-5 years of accounting experience and a passion for financial reporting and process improvement
    — “3-5 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience
  • Professionals with strong Excel skills and a preference for ERP systems like NetSuite
    — “Experience with accounting software or ERP systems; NetSuite experience preferred

Things to consider

  • The role requires backup support for Accounts Payable, which adds to the workload and responsibilities
    — “serves as a backup resource for Accounts Payable and Purchasing functions
  • The position demands attention to detail across multiple financial tasks and systems
    — “maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

How to stand out

  • Highlight process improvement initiatives and cross-functional collaboration in your resume and interview responses
    — “working collaboratively across departments in a growing manufacturing environment
  • Showcase your ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accuracy in high-volume accounting tasks
    — “Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to deta
  • Demonstrate your skills in financial reporting and reconciliation with specific examples from your past roles
    — “preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Mid

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • Maintaining accurate financial records
  • Supporting financial reporting
  • Reconciling accounts
  • Improving accounting processes
Typical background
AccountingFinance

Skills & requirements

Required

Financial ReportingAccount ReconciliationProcess ImprovementERP SystemsCommunicationProblem Solving

Preferred

Netsuite Experience

Stack & domain

NetsuiteAccounting SoftwareERP SystemsExcelOffice ApplicationsCommunicationProblem SolvingTeamworkManufacturing

About the role

Original posting from Skillcloudhcm via Lever

Auburn Manufacturing, Inc. | Staff Accountant | Auburn, Maine

Auburn Manufacturing, Inc. (AMI) is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its team in Auburn, Maine. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys financial reporting, account reconciliation, process improvement, and working collaboratively across departments in a growing manufacturing environment.

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Job Summary

The Staff Accountant plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end and year-end close activities, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This position also serves as a backup resource for Accounts Payable and Purchasing functions, providing a diverse and engaging accounting role.

What We Offer::

  • $58K - $65K Annual
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Professional growth opportunities
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Convenient Auburn location
  • Additional benefits to be discussed during the interview process

Qualifications::

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting preferred, or Associate's Degree with equivalent experience
  • 3-5 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience
  • Experience with accounting software or ERP systems; NetSuite experience preferred
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications
  • Solid understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to deta

Responsibilities and Scope::

  • Maintain accurate general ledger records and accounting transactions
  • Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
  • Reconcile bank accounts, credit card accounts, and general ledger accounts
  • Support month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and adjustments
  • Assist with payroll processing and related accounting entries
  • Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules
  • Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting efficiency
  • Generate reports and manage transactions within NetSuite and other accounting systems
  • Provide backup support for Accounts Payable, including invoice processing and check runs
  • Review expense reports, company credit card activity, and supporting documentation for accuracy

Auburn Manufacturing, Inc. (AMI) is a leading manufacturer of advanced textile products serving industrial markets worldwide. We are committed to providing innovative solutions, exceptional customer service, and a collaborative work environment that supports employee growth and success.

Skillcloud HCM Solutions has been engaged to manage this search. NO PHONE CALLS OR RECRUITERS PLEASE.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, familial status, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Source: Skillcloudhcm careers (Lever)

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