Virtual is hiring: Staff Accountant Manufacturing Industry in Phoenix

Vaco Phoenix is looking for an experienced Staff Accountant for a top client in North Phoenix, AZ. This person must have experience working in the manufacturing industry and will be responsible for monitoring the general ledger, preparation of financial reports, as well as general accounting duties. This position is a fully onsite position, paying up to $85k/yr DOE and interviewing this week.

Job Duties Include:

• Balance sheet account analysis and accuracy of transactions affecting the general ledger, and various distribution journals (shop floor control, inventory control, accounts payable, accounts receivable, customer orders) in a manufacturing environment
• Periodic financial statements and related schedules
• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of account analyses and reconciliations
• Timely preparation of journal entries and execution of the periodic closing process
• Able to effectively compile selective historical data
• Review and understanding of Periodic Company Sales and Bookings reports
• Reconciliation of inventories held in-house and on consignment to others
• Coordination with Payroll Administrator as required
• Monthly bank statement reconciliations
• Business sales and use tax reporting for periodic filing with state government agencies
• Maintaining fixed assets and appropriations schedules in agreement with the general ledger as required

The ideal candidate for this position:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred but not required
• 1-3 years' experience in a staff accountant role
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel - vlookups, pivot tables, Word, and Outlook)
• Experience working with ERP systems
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and take ownership of work product
• Excellent written and oral communication skills