Staff Accountant

Description We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a wholesale distribution company in Warren, Ohio in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This onsite opportunity is well suited for an accounting specialist who brings strong accounts payable expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to coordinate effectively with multiple departments. The role centers on maintaining accurate financial records, resolving invoice and vendor issues, and supporting core accounting operations in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee a high volume of accounts payable activity, ensuring invoices are reviewed, entered, and processed accurately each week.
• Record accounting transactions and maintain balanced accounts through timely reconciliations and careful follow-up on outstanding items.
• Administer prepayments by tracking, posting, and applying them correctly within the accounting records.
• Examine vendor statements, identify variances, and investigate billing concerns to bring discrepancies to resolution.
• Address supplier payment and invoice issues promptly while maintaining clear communication with external partners.
• Support freight- and shipping-related invoice workflows, including matching documentation and validating charges before payment.
• Work closely with purchasing and warehouse teams to resolve receiving differences, invoice exceptions, and vendor-related questions.
• Maintain organized financial documentation and contribute to month-end close tasks, including journal entries and general ledger support. Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• Prior experience in accounts payable along with broader general accounting exposure.
• Ability to manage invoice processing in a high-volume environment with strong accuracy.
• Working knowledge of account reconciliation, journal entries, and general ledger activity.
• Understanding of freight charges and vendor billing practices related to distribution operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with close attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

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