Accountant

Job Description

Accountant | Degesch America, Inc.

The Tone:
This is a full-time, early-career position at Degesch America, Inc., located in Weyers Cave, Virginia, with a hybrid work schedule. Degesch America, Inc. is the United States arm of the Germany-based Detia Degesch Group, established in 1977, which manufactures metal phosphide fumigants to ensure food safety and commodity protection. This role is crucial for maintaining accurate financial records and reporting, contributing to essential month-end processes and financial analysis within a global organization. It offers a strong foundation in financial reporting, analysis, and business operations for a recent graduate or early-career accounting professional.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid, Weyers Cave, VA

• Team: Reports to accounting leadership.
• Mission: Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the company’s financial records and reporting processes.
• Tech Stack: ERP systems, Microsoft Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Reporting: Assist in preparing financial statements and management reports.
• Transaction Processing: Record and analyze journal entries, accounts payable, and accounts receivable transactions.
• Reconciliation: Reconcile bank statements, credit card accounts, and general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Close Processes: Support month-end and year-end closing processes by preparing schedules and reports.
• Process Improvement: Participate in accounting process improvement, automation initiatives, and ERP system enhancements to improve efficiency and accuracy.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; strong understanding of GAAP and foundational accounting principles.
• Experience: 0-2 years of accounting experience; internships or relevant coursework preferred.
• Skills: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, data analysis, and account reconciliation functions; excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills; strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines; effective communication and teamwork.
• Bonus: Internship experience in an accounting or finance role; familiarity with ERP systems; knowledge of basic financial accounting principles and reporting requirements.