Junior Accountant

Join Our Team as an Junior Accountant 

Safe-Way Garage Doors is seeking a Junior Accountant to join our manufacturing accounting team in Warsaw, Indiana. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role offers an excellent opportunity to build a strong foundation in manufacturing accounting while gaining exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, month-end close, banking, ERP systems, and financial reporting.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving problems, working with numbers, and wants to grow their accounting career in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do

General Accounting

• Assist with month-end close activities.
• Prepare account reconciliations and maintain supporting schedules.
• Assist with journal entries and general ledger maintenance.
• Support inventory accounting and other financial reporting activities.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.

Accounts Payable

• Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, receiving documents, and vendor invoices.
• Enter and process vendor invoices within the ERP system (Syspro experience preferred).
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Prepare and process vendor payments, including checks and ACH transactions.

Accounts Receivable

• Apply customer payments accurately and timely.
• Process check deposits and credit card transactions.
• Generate monthly customer statements and assist with collection activities when needed.

Banking & Financial Administration

• Approve Positive Pay transactions.
• Support ACH payments and banking transfers.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and cash management activities.

Customer & Administrative Support

• Assist walk-in customers with quotes, invoicing, payment processing, and parts sales.
• Answer incoming calls and direct inquiries appropriately.
• Order office supplies and manage incoming mail distribution.
• Support additional accounting and administrative projects as assigned.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2–4 years of accounting experience within a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience with:
  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Invoice processing and reconciliation
  • ERP systems (manufacturing ERP experience strongly preferred)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Office applications.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree in accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Experience using Syspro or similar manufacturing ERP systems.
• Knowledge of manufacturing purchasing and inventory processes.
• Experience supporting multi-location operations.

Why Safe-Way Garage Doors?

• Stable and growing manufacturing company
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement

Safe-Way Garage Doors is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary range is: $45,000-$60,000 annually.