Staff Accountant

At Okuma America Corporation, the Staff Accountant manages the Accounts Receivable function, as well as other essential general accounting duties. This role requires actively managing all facets of domestic and international collections for trade A/R and non-trade A/R, while providing active oversight of various accounts, reconciliations, and daily accounting activities.

How You'll Make an Impact

Manage Accounting Operations

• All assigned Monthly close process journal entries (in transit reconciliation, payroll JE, Travel accrual, non- PO expense accrual, other accruals, Wells Fargo Purchase card JE’s and all JE’s needed for reconciliations)
• Responsible for all payroll related reconciliations, payroll cash recon, petty cash recon, employee advance recon, flex spending recon, main cash account reconciliation
• Prepares prepaid reconciliations and monthly amortization journal entries
• Creation of all manual invoices

Support Financial Administration

• Concur administration and training/assisting employees on how to enter expense reports in Concur
• Purchasing Card and travel card administration
• Setting up Optum and Fidelity administration and ACH payments following each payroll
• Prepares responses to Census reports

Assist with Accounting & Reporting Activities

• Assist with accounts payable when needed
• Assist with inventory adjustments, when needed
• Assist with all adhoc reporting to third parties
• Prepares tax reporting as needed

Support Systems, Audits & Continuous Improvement

• Assist with the management and implementation of the Onestream system and the new customer portal
• Prepares audit schedules and information gathering for audits

At Okuma, innovation is more than a goal. It is part of who we are. As one of the world's leading manufacturers of CNC machine tools, we invest in advanced technology, employee development, and strong customer relationships. Our team members enjoy a collaborative environment where knowledge sharing, continuous learning, and professional growth are encouraged.

When you join Okuma, you become part of an organization that values excellence, teamwork, integrity, and a commitment to helping both employees and customers succeed. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on workplace safety, employee well-being, and organizational success.

At Okuma, we invest in our employees' well-being and professional growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes structured bonus opportunities, a pension plan, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, wellness and gym reimbursement programs, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible scheduling options.

Okuma America Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable law.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the application process and perform the essential functions of the position.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications required. Responsibilities may change based on business needs.

Experience/Training/Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• Minimum entry-level - 2 years of Accounting experience 
•  Must demonstrate intermediate skills using Microsoft Exce
• Cost accounting experience is a plus

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

General:

• Strong analytical, organizational, problem solving, and accounting skills
• Must effectively prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities
• Ability to meet deadlines
• High degree of integrity, a mature work ethic, dependability and commitment to our Team’s success
• The individual must be able to work independently and take ownership of their work product

Technical: 

• Microsoft Office knowledge including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics ERP

Communication:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as exceptional listening skills
• Exceptional ability to speak and write effectively in a business environment
• Exceptional ability to ask necessary questions

Math & Reasoning:

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and willingness to adapt to change and take initiative

Physical and Environmental Elements

Physical Demands:

• Ability to sit continuously for over 3/4 of normal work shift, and stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms for at least 1/4 of the normal work shift
• Ability to lift and carry, push, or pull up to 10 pounds
• Ability to stoop, crouch and reach
• Ability to talk or hear continuously
• Ability to see clearly to do all work-related tasks (clear or corrected vision at 20 inches or less)
• Ability to operate a vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license
• Finger dexterity is required frequently for over 3/4 of the normal work shift including operating a phone, computer/ electronic equipment

Special Requirements

• Maintain annual OSHA safety certifications as required by job duties
• Driving record that is insurable
• Live within a commutable distance of the corporate office