Staff Accountant (Finance)
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and general ledger entries.
- Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Track fixed assets and reconcile to the balance sheet.
- Reconcile bank accounts and general ledger accounts.
- Maintain and balance subsidiary accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, and reconciling transactions.
- Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports.
- Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and explanations.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies.
- Manage accounts payable and receivable as needed.
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.
- Perform other accounting duties and projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
- 1–3 years of accounting experience (internships or entry-level roles acceptable for junior candidates).
- Solid understanding of accounting principles (GAAP).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, etc.).
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- CPA candidacy or certification is a plus.
- Experience with financial reporting and ERP systems.
Job Type: Full-time, Monday through Friday position, salaried, exempt, with short-term, annual bonus opportunity.
Benefits of Employment:
Health benefits coverage kicks in on the first of the month following your first day of employment. In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits, including annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, and vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, and 401(k) with matching contributions. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace.
About Us
MRL manufactures quality-built, highly productive traffic paint, thermoplastic, plural component, and line removal/pavement grooving equipment. Since 1967, MRL's extensive “hands-on” pavement marking contracting experience, innovative engineering, and attention to quality have enabled MRL to become the largest equipment supplier to the industry. Decades of MRL's reliable performance setting industry standards, coupled with the industry's largest parts support inventory and most experienced technical support staff, can be summed up in one statement: “When it matters most—MRL delivers!”
Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit www.federalsignal.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at HR@federalsignal.com. All other applications must be submitted online.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse workforce. (Female/Minority/Disability/Protected Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity) All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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