Staff Accountant

Gasser Chair , the leader in the manufacturing of high-quality, durable seating solutions for the hospitality and gaming industries, is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Staff Accountant to join our team. For over 78 years, we have been dedicated to innovation, quality, and superior customer service .

Reporting to the Controller, the Staff Accountant at Gasser Chair plays a vital role in ensuring the integrity and accuracy of the company's financial records. This position supports the financial health of the organization by maintaining accurate ledgers, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. The Staff Accountant also contributes to process improvements, supports audits, and provides valuable financial insights to facilitate informed business decisions. This role is crucial for sustaining Gasser Chair's commitment to financial excellence and operational efficiency, ultimately supporting the company's long-term success and growth.

In order to perform the following responsibilities, the Staff Accountant must possess an excellent understanding of general ledger accounting and GAAP, payroll laws and regulations, data interface, various software applications and Company policies.

Payroll

• Meet all payroll deadlines
• Review employee change information for accuracy
• Establish and prepare management reports as required on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis
• Prepare general ledger entries for payroll and payroll taxes
• Calculate garnishments as required
• Maintain working knowledge of payroll laws and regulations.
• Ensure all federal, state and local tax withholdings are in accordance with the regulations and employee's withholding documents
• Responsible for implementing all changes mandated by law, Company policy and employee requests
• Accurately process all records pertaining to garnishments, support obligations, employee purchases, 401(k) deferrals, dental insurance premiums, supplemental and dependent life premiums, mileage reimbursements, expense reimbursements, 401(k) loans
• Prepare monthly Employee A/R Detail Report
• Assist with payroll audits for Worker's Comp, 401k and Insurance.
• Reconcile monthly benefit bills to employee withholdings
• Calculate PS58 and Personal Use inclusion costs for W-2s
• Perform reviews of all annual and quarterly federal, state and local tax returns

Accounts Receivable:

• Responsible for timely invoicing of customer orders after shipment.
• Responsible for timely depositing of money received from customers and any other sources of payments received.
• Maintain accurate records for all payments received and verify the payments have been posted to the correct customer's account and/or General Ledger account, as applicable.
• Review customer provided Sales Tax Exemption Certificates for accuracy and maintain an electronic database.
• Responsible for accurate reporting of the accounts receivable aging, and verifying that all amounts listed are collectable and due to the Company.
• Responsible for distributing monthly statements to customers, and following up on past due accounts with customers along with utilizing the Sales Agents to assist in the collection process.
• Responsible to calculate monthly Commission Expense Reports for the Accounting Supervisor, Sales & Marketing, verify the amounts are correct and review checks before mailing to Sales Agents.
• Reconcile and coordinate month end closings with Accounting Supervisor.
• Prepare Year-End Report detailing all uncollectable accounts and reasons for write-offs.

General Ledger Accounting

• Assist in General Ledger Accounting
• Account maintenance and reconciliation
• Responsible to maintain a thorough understanding of Sales and Use Tax Laws in order to calculate and submit Sales and Use tax returns.
• Backup AP as needed

Other

• Monthly bank reconciliations.
• Sales order audits.
• Healthcare/Life Insurance reconciliation.
• Assist in quarterly sub closings.
• Any other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting or related field and/or equivalent work and educational experience.
• Proven experience in an accounting or finance role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills; ability to meet specified deadlines.
• Excellent computer skills related to Excel and a background in computerized payroll and general ledger accounting; numeric entry by touch; ability to multi-task; excellent research skills; strong detail orientation; self-starting team player.
• Must have valid driver's license, and MVR that meets the Company's driver eligibility standards and the ability to work at assigned location.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

The Staff Accountant at Gasser Chair is expected to perform job duties that involve the ability to speak fluent English, sitting for extended periods, working at a computer workstation. Occasional travel may be necessary. Proficient manual dexterity is essential for tasks such as typing, handling documents, and operating electronic devices.

Gasser Chair is an equal opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If an applicant or employee requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, they should contact the Human Resources department to request such accommodation.

BENEFITS:

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Gasser Chair is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Gasser Chair Company complies with all laws and regulations related to verifying employment eligibility, and is an E-Verify employer.