Accountant

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking an Accountant to join a manufacturing company and serve as a key member of its accounting function. This individual will support the company's day-to-day accounting operations, including AP/AR, invoice processing, reconciliations, and month-end/year-end reporting as this role is primarily transactional accounting rather than heavy budgeting, forecasting, or financial analysis.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong accounting fundamentals who is proactive, organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently. The ideal candidate will be able to take ownership of day-to-day accounting responsibilities while working closely with company leadership in a smaller, collaborative environment.

Core Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
• Review and process vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation before payment
• Manage approximately 20-30 invoices per week, with volume fluctuating around month-end
• Track outstanding supplier payments and customer receivables
• Communicate with vendors and customers regarding billing questions, discrepancies, and payment issues
• Perform bank and account reconciliations
• Enter and maintain accurate financial information in the company's accounting/ERP systems
• Maintain organized financial records, ledgers, invoices, receipts, and supporting documentation
• Assist with month-end and year-end close
• Prepare/support financial reporting, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting
• Monitor expenses and identify unusual variances for the CEO
• Support tax compliance and internal/external audit requests by gathering required documentation
• Serve as a reliable point of contact for internal accounting and payment-related questions
• Maintain visibility into current payments, outstanding items, and the overall status of the accounting function

Skills and Requirements

• 2+ years of hands-on accounting experience
• Solid working knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Strong practical experience with AP and AR
• Experience with month-end close and financial reporting
• Experience processing vendor invoices and reconciling accounts/bank statements
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Experience working within an accounting or ERP system
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines without constant direction
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately retain processes/training
• Proactive communication skills and willingness to ask questions when needed
• Comfortable working directly with senior leadership in a smaller organization
• Accounting experience within manufacturing
• Experience within distribution, logistics, supply chain, or another inventory/material-heavy environment is also highly transferable
• Experience with Great Plains, Oracle, or Epicor CMS
• Associate degree or higher in Accounting or equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience
• Experience supporting audit, tax, or year-end reporting activities
• Familiarity with continuous improvement/LEAN environments

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].