Staff Accountant

Ascentec Engineering is hiring a Staff Accountant to play a vital role in our finance department, ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions, assisting with financial reporting, and supporting various accounting functions. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is passionate about accounting and wants to contribute to the success of a dynamic manufacturing and engineering company.  

This position is on-site (not remote/not hybrid) at our Tualatin headquarters and is not eligible for Visa sponsorship or transfer of Visa sponsorship.

Job Duties:

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules
• Facilitate and complete monthly close procedures
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations
• Ad Hoc Reporting/Projects
• Assist in the processing of payroll and record payroll related accruals
• Provide support before and during annual audit
• Oversee credit card reconciliation
• Oversee bank account reconciliation
• Prepare monthly commission reports
• Manage document control and policy/procedures for Accounting and HR departments
• Assist with capital expenditure reporting and variance analysis 
• Maintain fixed asset ledger including depreciation/amortization entries
• Assist with daily/weekly cash management
• Provide backup for accounting staff
• The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactory and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Experience/Skills:  

• Bachelor's or higher degree with an accounting or finance emphasis required
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment highly preferred
• 3+ years accounting experience required
• CPA, CMA or MBA a plus, but are not required
• Strong understanding of accounting theory and knowledge of GAAP
• Experience with cost accounting is preferred, but not required
• Knowledge of budget development, projections and variance analysis
• Experience with GL, JE preparation, monthly and annual close processes
• Knowledge of fixed asset accounting, depreciation/amortization calculations
• Experience with accounting software & ERP systems
• Proficiency in Epicor and Microsoft Office software including Word, Outlook, and Excel (including vlookup, pivot tables, etc.) highly preferred 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects is a must
• Highly detail oriented and organized in work

Personal Qualifications:         

• Self-Starter / Self-Motivated
• Reliable and Dependable
• Positive Attitude
• Deadline and solutions oriented with the ability to handle multiple competing priorities
• Team Player who can roll up their sleeves and get involved in everything from big projects to regular, mundane, simple tasks

Compensation/Benefits:

• $50,000 to $85,000 annual salary DOE and Licensure
• Medical / Dental / Vision
• 401k with company match up to 4%
• Tiered Quarterly Bonus Program
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Paid time off / paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Programs

Applicant must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check prior to employment.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Ascentec Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Ascentec Engineering is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.