Pinnacle Partners, Inc ยท 4 days ago
Contract Staff Accountant
Pinnacle Partners, Inc is seeking a Contract Staff Accountant for a 3-6 month engagement. The role involves managing accounts payable and receivable, preparing financial schedules, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and company policies.
Responsibilities
Accounts Payable & Receivable (includes invoicing, cash applications, and vendor/customer maintenance)
Setting up new customers and vendors in the ERP system
Prepare and process ACH payments and check runs
Assist in applying credit memos, researching deductions, and resolving billing issues
Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries
Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
Conduct monthly account reconciliations and prepare financial schedules
Perform bank reconciliations and cash applications
Prepare and file sales and tax returns
Assist with quarterly and year-end close processes and financial audits
Prepare reports and financial summaries for management
Maintain and update Bills of Materials (BOM) and standard costs
Track actual vs. standard cost variances; investigate discrepancies
Reconcile inventory balances (raw materials, WIP, finished goods)
Apply inventory write-offs and coordinate physical inventory counts
Collaborate with production and shipping to ensure inventory accuracy
Maintain inventory valuation schedules
Assist with ERP and EDI troubleshooting system (Sage 100 and Transaction Manager)
Document accounting procedures and contribute to creating SOP manuals
Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency and accuracy
Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company policies
Communicate daily with production and shipping teams for operational alignment
Support and advise the accounting team on routine activities and continuous improvement
Assist in creating and monitoring changes in accounting workflows
Crosstrain in other areas of accounting to provide flexible support during absences
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or related required
2+ years of accounting experience
Manufacturing experience is required
Intermediate MS Excel (including PivotTables, VLOOKUP's)
Microsoft Outlook
Sage 100 or similar system
Knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting, BOM and inventory valuation is a plus
Excellent verbal and written communication
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines
Professional demeanor, integrity, and ability to maintain confidentiality
Adaptable and able to work with diverse personality types in a team setting