Staff Accountant

AMETEK

  • Whitsett, NC
  • $55,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented self-starter to support our growing manufacturing operations. As a Staff Accountant, you will focus on cost accounting and financial analysis, helping to optimize budgets, improve cost-efficiency, and ensure accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting principles, manufacturing processes, and data analysis.What you will do:Cost System Setup & Maintenance
These tasks ensure the foundational accuracy of cost data:
  • Maintain and update cost standard files; collaborate with manufacturing, engineering and supply chain departments to ensure accurate cost roll-ups
  • Maintain cost system documentation and contribute to continuous process improvements
Transactional Recording & Accuracy
These responsibilities involve daily/weekly/monthly entries and data integrity:
  • Book sales, intercompany transfers, labor, and inventory transactions accurately
  • Prepare journal entries and verify the accuracy of monthly financial statements
Inventory & Cost Analysis
These tasks focus on inventory control and cost evaluation:
  • Prepare and reconcile monthly plant inventories and general ledger entries
  • Collect, analyze, and report on operational and manufacturing costs
  • Conduct annual physical inventory reconciliations and standard cost reevaluations
Financial Reporting & Variance Analysis
These responsibilities support performance tracking and reporting:
  • Generate financial reports and present variance analysis
  • Perform account reconciliations and profit analysis
Strategic Advisory & Budget Monitoring
These tasks support decision-making and budget alignment:
  • Monitor plant activities for alignment with financial and capital budgets
  • Advise management on cost optimization strategies and process improvements
Audit & Compliance
These responsibilities ensure regulatory and internal control compliance:
  • Audit internal controls and indirect purchase reports
  • Support external audit processes including Sarbanes-Oxley
  • Assist with regulatory duties and miscellaneous financial projects
What we are looking for:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in cost accounting or financial analysis within a manufacturing environment
  • Experience with Oracle, SAP, Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) or similar ERP systems (preferred)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; advanced Excel skills preferred
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills
  • High level of integrity and respect for confidentiality
#LI-JT1CompensationEmployee Type: SalariedSalary Minimum: $55,000Salary Maximum: $75,000Incentive: NoDisclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please .AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 21,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit for more information.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.

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