Staff Accountant at H O BOSTROM CO INC

Waukesha, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Attention To Detail, Analytical Mindset, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving, Initiative, Teamwork, Math Skills, Process Improvement, Financial Reporting, Accounting Policies, ERP Systems, Microsoft Excel, Customer Invoicing, Financial Analysis, Costing

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

Description At H.O. Bostrom, precision isn't just for our products - it's at the heart of everything we do, including our financial operations. As a key player in our accounting team, you'll help drive smart decision, ensure financial integrity, and support the backbone of a company that's been innovating since 1946. Join a team where your attention to detail, analytical mindset, and commitment to excellence contribute to a legacy of quality and trust. If you're ready to make an impact behind the scenes, we'd love to have you on board. Job Summary: Under supervision from the head of Finance, the Staff Accountant will be responsible for recording financial information and preparing financial reports. The primary duties of this role include compiling and classifying financial information, preparing entries to accounts and documenting business transactions. In addition, this role will track incoming orders and shipments of both domestic and internal orders as well as use various database software and accounting applications to prepare reports. Essential Duties: Daily job transactions and customer invoicing. Work with Accounting Specialist to enhance collection activities. Reconcile various trial balance accounts. Conduct ad hoc analysis for operational review. Work with industrial engineering department to review/update product costing. Assist with publishing and reviewing monthly financial package. Assist with annual financial plan and quarterly forecasts. Assist in the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures. Support external audits and requests (bank, tax, insurance) with planning and documentation. Participate, and when appropriate, leads process improvements in support of company objectives. Effectively implement and follow up on assigned projects. Provide support and/or backup to other accounting duties i.e., sales and/or financial analysis, project accounting, costing, etc. Assist with management of information systems and provide internal support when necessary. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to work independently as well as part of a team Ability to perform complex math functions Outstanding organizational and communication skills Ability to identify, troubleshoot and resolve high complexity process/system problems Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of internal and external customers. Ability to manage multiple priorities on an ongoing basis and apply continuous improvement techniques as needed. Ability to take initiative and address critical issues on a proactive basis. Ability to understand ripple effect of decisions and use a variety of sources to make decisions in daily work. Level of Independence: This position has a high degree of autonomy on a daily basis and will report directly to the Director of Finance. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. Specific conditions of this position include frequent and continuous computer-based work, which will require periods of sitting, ability to adjust vision and focus. This position will stoop, bend and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds. In addition, this position may be required to walk into the manufacturing plant and climb stairs on an infrequent basis. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field or equivalent work experience. 2-year's experience in a manufacturing or comparable work environment, including internship experience. Preferred Qualifications: Experience using Syteline or equivalent ERP system Advanced computer skills in Excel, Word, ERP systems, and Microsoft Outlook.

Responsibilities

The Staff Accountant will be responsible for recording financial information and preparing financial reports. This includes compiling financial data, preparing entries to accounts, and tracking incoming orders and shipments.