Staff Accountant

Our Richmond, Virginia manufacturing client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and help ensure accurate financial reporting. This role will be responsible for maintaining the general ledger, assisting with month-end close, reconciling accounts, and supporting cost and inventory-related accounting activities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in accounting principles, experience working in an ERP system, and the ability to collaborate across operations, supply chain, and finance teams.Key Responsibilities:Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and account adjustmentsReconcile general ledger accounts, including bank, prepaid, fixed assets, and intercompany accountsAssist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processesSupport inventory accounting, including reconciliations, variance analysis, and cycle count reviewHelp track manufacturing costs, overhead allocations, and standard cost updatesPrepare financial reports and schedules for management reviewAssist with budget-to-actual analysis and other financial analyticsSupport internal and external audit requests by preparing documentation and schedulesEnsure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and GAAPPartner with operations and plant leadership to investigate discrepancies and improve reporting accuracyAssist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll accounting as neededParticipate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the accounting functionQualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field2+ years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environmentsUnderstanding of general ledger accounting and financial statement preparationExperience with inventory, cost accounting, or manufacturing accounting processes preferredProficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systemsStrong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skillsHigh attention to detail and ability to manage multiple prioritiesStrong written and verbal communication skillsExperience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or Microsoft DynamicsKnowledge of standard costing, inventory controls, and variance analysis