What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Arbor Material Handling?
Pengate Handling Systems and Arbor Material Handling joined forces in November 2020 to form Arbor/Pengate. Together, we are a powerhouse material handling company that provides various warehousing solutions throughout the Northeast United States. We provide top-of-the-line equipment, service, consultation, parts, and training programs to businesses of all sizes throughout our 7 offices throughout PA and NY.
With our average tenure being over 10 years for our employees, Arbor/Pengate takes care of our people by putting YOU and YOUR FAMILY first and work second.
What’s The Job?
The Staff Accountant will be responsible for assisting with the preparation of monthly financial analysis reports, developing and maintaining department budgets and generating cost reports. The successful candidate will also be responsible for general ledger, month end and year end close, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, sales tax return filing, and fixed asset accounting.
What Will I Be Doing?
Here are a just a few things you can expect to do daily:
- Performs general cost accounting and other related duties for the organization.
- Prepares monthly balance sheets, income statements, and profit and loss statements.
- Maintains the general ledger.
- Codes invoices, sets up new accounts, reconciles accounts, and closes the monthly books.
- Reconciles bank accounts at least monthly, verifies deposits, and addresses inquiries from banks.
- Reconciles cash disbursement accounts, payroll, customer accounts, and other financial accounts; manages accounts receivable collections.
- Verifies and/or completes payment of invoices associated with accounts payable and ensures payments are charged to the appropriate accounts.
- Provides outside auditors with assistance; gathers necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit.
- Files tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies.
- Coordinates with software vendor to maintain accounting software systems; recommends updates to enhance the accounting software.
- Manages the purchasing and invoicing system.
- Maintains knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
What Makes Me Qualified?
Don’t worry if you don’t check all these boxes. If you feel you’re still qualified, please apply!
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a business school certificate is preferred
- Minimum of 5 years related experience is required
- Ability to read and understand technical forms and financial reports
- Solid experience in general ledger, A/P cash receipts, and A/R
So, What’s In It For Me?
- Free Basic Health, Dental, and Vision coverage. Additional plans available!
- Competitive Pay!
- Monday through Friday schedule, with typical hours between 7am-4pm!
- 401k with Company Match!
- 10 Paid Company Holidays!
- Progressive Company Culture!
- Supportive Management!
- Endless Career Growth!
Arbor/Pengate is dedicated to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote and celebrate a diverse workforce and do not tolerate any discrimination. Any and all human relations decisions will not be based on persons’ race, color, religion, sex, national original, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or citizenship. All potential hires are subject to pre-employment checks which include but are not limited to background checks and drug screenings. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation in completing an application, interview, or pre-employment requirement, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@pengate.com