Accountant

Our client, a leading manufacturing and professional tools company, is seeking an Accountant to join their team in Erie, PA. This position will support the Plant Controller and plant leadership team through financial reporting, month-end close activities, process improvement initiatives, and accounting operations. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of GAAP, experience working within ERP systems, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments in a manufacturing environment.

Job Title: Accountant

Location: Erie, PA

Pay Range: $33.51

Shift: Days, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

What's the Job?

• Coordinate, record, and confirm intercompany transactions to support accurate reporting.
• Coordinate and plan month-end close activities to meet tight timelines, including posting costs and preparing cost entries.
• Prepare and post labor/payroll entries and support reconciliations to resolve items on a timely basis.
• Prepare and support monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting requirements for GAAP, tax, and management reporting.
• Support balance sheet focus areas such as cash management accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and intercompany transaction recording; assist with other ad-hoc reporting and analysis as needed.

What's Needed?

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• At least two years of experience in accounting or finance, with strong month-end close experience and comfort working to tight deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls, with the ability to assist in reviewing and improving processes to enhance controls and segregation of duties.
• ERP experience and strong computer and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills plus effective verbal and written communication; ability to work independently and within a group environment.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to contribute directly to timely, accurate period closes and high-impact financial reporting.
• Exposure to a diverse accounting scope, including cost accounting, balance sheet accounts, working capital, fixed assets, and intercompany activity.
• A role that values continuous improvement—recommend and implement process changes to increase effectiveness and efficiency.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams and support for process improvement initiatives in an integrated ERP environment.
• Potential to transition from full-time temporary to full-time permanent if the fit is right.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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