Staff Accountant Bethlehem, PA

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Location: Bethlehem, PA 18020 (On-site / Hybrid as applicable)

Experience Level: Mid-Senior Level (3+ Years)

Employment Type: Full-Time, 1 Position Available

Education: Bachelor's Degree required

Visa Sponsorship: Not Available / No Relocation Assistance

About the Company

Our client delivers a revolutionary pumping technology to the sanitary market, establishing a new benchmark across a wide range of applications. Backed by a strategic international engineering partnership, the company integrates German precision engineering with American innovation and process expertise. They provide effective solutions to complex challenges commonly associated with positive displacement pumps, consistently exceeding current industry standards and performance expectations.

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant will be a key player in ensuring the financial health and accuracy of our operations. Responsibilities include general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, financial reporting, and cost analysis. The ideal candidate will bring a strong accounting background, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a dynamic manufacturing environment. You will contribute directly to the success of our financial operations as a crucial member of our finance team.

Primary Functions & Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger for accurate financial records.
• Record financial transactions in compliance with accounting principles and company policies.
• Generate and analyze financial reports to support strategic decision-making.
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Conduct cost analysis to optimize manufacturing expenditures and monitor production costs alongside operational teams.
• Process accounts payable transactions and ensure timely vendor payments.
• Manage accounts receivable activities, including invoicing and collections.
• Perform bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts in a timely manner.
• Assist in the preparation for internal and external audits, collaborating with auditors and providing necessary documentation.
• Stay updated on accounting regulations and ensure strict adherence to financial reporting standards.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of internal controls.
• Assist in Strahman Group accounting functions when needed, along with other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Experience: 3 or more years of professional accounting experience, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Technical Skills: Advanced Excel skills for complex financial analysis and reporting.
• Systems: Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems commonly used in manufacturing. Experience using Syteline and/or QuickBooks is a major plus.

Primary Competencies

• Analytical Mindset: Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze financial data and trends to provide meaningful insights.
• Execution: Highly organized, results-driven, and possesses a strong attention to detail.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a dynamic manufacturing environment with changing priorities and quickly adapt to new processes or industry developments.
• Collaboration: Work seamlessly with other members of the finance team, various departments, and external stakeholders.

Our Culture & Values

We actively work to create strong communication and a healthy working environment. We expect our team members to communicate in a positive manner, respectfully listen to concerns and ideas, support company functions, and respect confidentiality. Every day, we embody our core values of: Integrity, Trust, Creativity and Courage, Teamwork, and Excellence.