Vaco by Highspring
Staff Accountant
Base pay range
$28.00/hr - $32.00/hr
Overview Our client, a well-established manufacturing company, is seeking a Staff Accountant with strong accounts payable experience to join their growing finance team. This role offers hands‑on involvement in day‑to‑day accounting operations, with a primary focus on AP processing, reconciliations, and month‑end close support. The ideal candidate will be detail‑oriented, organized, and eager to contribute to a collaborative and fast‑paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Manage full-cycle
accounts payable , including invoice processing, purchase order matching, and vendor payment preparation.
Review and verify accuracy of vendor invoices, coding transactions to the appropriate accounts and cost centers.
Process
weekly check runs , ACH payments, and credit card transactions in accordance with company policy.
Reconcile vendor statements, investigate discrepancies, and maintain positive vendor relationships.
Assist with
month‑end closing activities , including accruals, reconciliations, and journal entries related to AP.
Support
accounts receivable
functions as needed, including cash application and customer communication.
Collaborate with purchasing, operations, and other departments to resolve invoice or receiving discrepancies.
Maintain organized and accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with internal controls and audit requirements.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
2+ years of experience in
accounts payable or general accounting , ideally in a
manufacturing or product‑based environment .
Proficiency in
Excel
(VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) and experience with
ERP systems
such as SAP, NetSuite, Sage, or similar.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment.
Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills, with a proactive and team‑oriented attitude.
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including the individual's skill set, experience, location, and other business considerations. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Accounting/Auditing
Industries Machinery Manufacturing
Location Middlebury, CT
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Overview Our client, a well-established manufacturing company, is seeking a Staff Accountant with strong accounts payable experience to join their growing finance team. This role offers hands‑on involvement in day‑to‑day accounting operations, with a primary focus on AP processing, reconciliations, and month‑end close support. The ideal candidate will be detail‑oriented, organized, and eager to contribute to a collaborative and fast‑paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Manage full-cycle
accounts payable , including invoice processing, purchase order matching, and vendor payment preparation.
Review and verify accuracy of vendor invoices, coding transactions to the appropriate accounts and cost centers.
Process
weekly check runs , ACH payments, and credit card transactions in accordance with company policy.
Reconcile vendor statements, investigate discrepancies, and maintain positive vendor relationships.
Assist with
month‑end closing activities , including accruals, reconciliations, and journal entries related to AP.
Support
accounts receivable
functions as needed, including cash application and customer communication.
Collaborate with purchasing, operations, and other departments to resolve invoice or receiving discrepancies.
Maintain organized and accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with internal controls and audit requirements.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
2+ years of experience in
accounts payable or general accounting , ideally in a
manufacturing or product‑based environment .
Proficiency in
Excel
(VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) and experience with
ERP systems
such as SAP, NetSuite, Sage, or similar.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment.
Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills, with a proactive and team‑oriented attitude.
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including the individual's skill set, experience, location, and other business considerations. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Accounting/Auditing
Industries Machinery Manufacturing
Location Middlebury, CT
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