Senior Staff Accountant

SUMMARY

The Senior Staff Accountant plays a key role in supporting the financial integrity and operational performance of ASPC. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and providing meaningful financial analysis to support business decisions. The role partners closely with the Corporate Controller and cross-functional leaders to drive continuous improvement, cost efficiency, and scalability within a manufacturing environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Partner with the Corporate Controller to ensure accurate, timely, and meaningful financial reporting and analysis.
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and adherence to deadlines.
• Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
• Lead the preparation, review, and reconciliation of general ledger accounts (account reconciliations).
• Understand and support core accounting functions including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Payroll, Cash Management, and Forecasting.
• Assist in maintaining standard costing models and inventory valuation methodologies within a manufacturing environment.
• Prepare and analyze manufacturing KPIs and operational data to identify cost reduction opportunities and efficiency improvements.
• Support capital expenditure planning, including financial modeling and ROI analysis for equipment and technology investments.
• Establish, document, and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial policies and regulatory requirements.
• Support external audits and reviews by preparing documentation.
• Partner with Corporate Controller to optimize accounting and financial systems and ensure accurate data integration with manufacturing systems.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of accounting processes.
• Mentor and support development of accounting team members, promoting a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Commercial teams to support business objectives.

COMPETENCIES

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Strategic and analytical thinking
• Problem-solving and decision-making ability
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Adaptability and continuous improvement mindset
• Accountability and ownership

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive accounting experience (manufacturing experience strongly preferred)
• Experience with standard costing and inventory accounting preferred

TECHNICAL SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis)
• Experience with ERP systems (PLEX preferred)
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
• Ability to analyze data and translate findings into actionable insights
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Regular and reliable attendance is essential

SOFT SKILLS

• Clear and professional communication (written and verbal)
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Dependability and accountability
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence across departments
• Concern for other and community engagement.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer
• Occasional standing, walking, and reaching
• Repetitive hand and wrist motions

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. This role operates primarily in an office environment within a manufacturing setting

Benefits

• Medical - 1st of the month following hire date.
• Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Free ASPC Health and Wellness Clinic - located in Grand Haven
• $100 annually for safety boots
• Prescription safety glasses program
• Paid Holidays & your birthday is a paid holiday.

Automatic Spring Products Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will take the necessary steps to ensure reasonable accommodations are provided for those with disabilities throughout the application and interview process, as well as during employment.