Staff Accountant

Acara Solutions is seeking a Staff Accountant for our client in Akron, NY!

We are seeking qualified candidates with:

• Accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment!
• Proficiency in ERP systems & Microsoft Excel
• The ability to communicate and collaborate across all organizational levels

Here's what you'll do:

• General Ledger Maintenance: Prepare and post journal entries for routine transactions, month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Account Reconciliation: Perform regular account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, and credit card statements.
• Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Variance Analysis: Conduct variance analysis to provide insights on financial performance.
• Audit Support: Provide documentation and support for internal and external audits.
• Accounts Payable/Receivable: Assist with processing invoices, monitoring outstanding payments, and managing vendor accounts.
• Compliance: Ensure all accounting practices comply with company policies, tax regulations, and accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS).
• Expense Management: Review and process employee expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Fixed Asset Management: Oversee and maintain accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition, depreciation, and disposal, ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Sales Tax Management: Manage sales tac compliance, including accurate calculation, reporting and remittance of sales taxes in accordance with regulations.
• Ad Hoc Projects: Participate in special projects as assigned, providing financial analysis and support to different departments.

Position Type: Direct Placement

Pay: Up to $80K/yr. **Depending on experience

Schedule: M-F 8:00AM-5:00PM **Hybrid after training (3 days in-office, 2 days remote)

Benefits: Health Insurance, PTO, paid holidays, 401K with company match & more!

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier provider of recruiting and workforce solutions-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in a variety of industries around the world, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

**Please send resumes to Cara at sellonc@acarasolutions.com for immediate consideration!!**

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.
• Minimum 2 years' accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 2 years' experience working in ERP systems & Microsoft Excel.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Experience with SAGE.
• An understanding of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Extreme attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.