What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Rochester Midland Corporation?
Rochester Midland Corporation, a leading manufacturer and global supplier of specialty chemicals is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant responsible for the execution of routine accounting functions, including month-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules. This position will ensure Finance adds maximum value to the company by supporting business objectives through accurate and timely financial processes.
This is a hybrid position. Working a minimum of 3 days in the office per week is required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Maintain and reconcile the general ledger
- Execute month-end close procedures, including preparing and posting journal entries, identifying and resolving account discrepancies, and researching variances as needed
- Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations
- Review, verify and post previous day sales batch activity for all accounts
- Prepare and post monthly intercompany transactions between entities
- Maintain the fixed assets schedule and record depreciation calculations
- Support the preparation of year-end audit and review schedules for the CPA firm
- Perform detailed account analyses and reconciliations as required
- Complete additional duties as assigned or requested
EDUCATION/ SPECIAL LICENSES OR CERTIFICATION:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting
- CPA is a plus
- Experience with merger & acquisition transactions is a plus
EXPERIENCE:
- Demonstrated experience in accounting, financial analysis, and financial reporting
- 4 years of experience in various accounting functions, including a strong working knowledge of GAAP
SKILLS:
- Microsoft GP experience is a strong plus
- Advanced Excel skills
- Ability to work independently, effectively prioritize, and manage deadlines under pressure
- Entrepreneurial spirit and thrives in a growing and evolving environment
- Self-motivated and highly organized
- Ability to work with people at all organizational levels
- Strong leadership skills
COMPETENCIES:
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Effective communication (verbal, listening, and written)
- Analytical mindset
- Planning & priority setting
- Solution-oriented approach
- Ethical integrity
- Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Sit or stand for extended periods of time.
- Visual acuity necessary to utilize a computer monitor throughout the course of a normal workday.
- Ability to perform repetitive keyboarding activities and operate general office equipment.
- Extra hours and some travel may be required.
SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Employee shall be familiar and comply with all safety policies and procedures of the company.
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
