Staff Accountant

New Wave Design (“NWD”) is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Staff Accountant with manufacturing industry experience to join our finance team. This position will focus on key transactional areas, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, month-end close, and corporate credit card management. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of accounting principles and experience working in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment. 

Salary Range: $55,000.00-$80,000.00

Please know that the salary information is a general guideline only. NWD considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities for the position candidates' work experience education/training key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

What we offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Four weeks of vacation for all employees
• 9 paid holidays observed annually
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Voluntary coverages include, vision, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance
• Flexible work schedules

Diversity drives innovation, and inclusion drives success. NWD knows our employees are our greatest asset. With a focus on collaboration, innovation, respect, and a commitment to providing professional development opportunities, work-life balance initiatives, and a fulfilling employee experience, NWD employees can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry as we deliver intelligent computing solutions at the edge. At NWD, you can grow your career and make a meaningful impact.

How to Apply:

Please complete our online application.

New Wave Design anticipates the application window closing approximately 28 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require New Wave Design to shorten or extend the application window.

About New Wave Design:

NWD is an industry-leading designer of high-bandwidth, ultra-low latency rugged network hardware and IP cores, serving the Aerospace and Defense market for over 20 years. Our FPGA-based solutions power the future of our client’s most advanced mission processing, electronic warfare, sensor fusion, ISR, test & measurement, and maintenance applications. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, NWD solves the most challenging networking and sensor processing problems with products based on standard form factors including VPX and XMC, as well as emerging industry standards and custom solutions.

Accounts Payable (“AP”) Processing

• Review invoices from suppliers and ensure that appropriate approvals are in place; reconcile to Purchase Orders as applicable.
• Record approved invoice transactions accurately to Epicor.
• Maintain accurate AP files on the server, with all transaction records.
• Communicate discrepancies to suppliers; work to resolve.
• Record company credit card transactions to appropriate accounts, while documenting approvals and receipts to AP files.  
• Review data and prepare reports on sales rep commissions, including accruals.
• Coordinate weekly check run, ensuring checks are accurate, approved, timely, signed, and then mailed to the correct location.
• Set up new Suppliers in the system, ensuring adherence to procedure and policy.

Accounts Receivable (“AR”) Processing

• Generate invoices for sales transactions, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
• Post payments on open receivables.
• Follow up in the event of delayed payment on receivables.
• Investigate and report on discrepancies.
• Review credit applications for new customers.

Additional Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Controller to ensure an accurate and timely month-end close.
• Support internal Request For Purchase (“RFP”) requests as needed.
• Support yearly audit with schedules, documentation, and explanations.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Preferred 2+ years of Accounting job experience.
• Preferred Proficiency in Epicor or other ERP system(s).
• Understanding of GAAP and other standard financial processes, including accounting, budgeting and reporting.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experienced use of Microsoft Office
• Proficient use of Excel
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Parameters: 

• Must be able to lift and carry 20 pounds. 
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds over the head
• Must have finger and wrist dexterity with repetitive motion

Due to the type of work at our facilities and certain access restrictions, successful applicants must be a "U.S. Person". The candidate must be able to prove so, with remittance of proper identification supporting so, upon an acceptance of employment.