Staff Accountant at Ultra Machining Company, Inc (UMC) – Monticello, Minnesota

At UMC, we don’t just make products - we innovate, solve problems, and build a better future. As a proud, privately owned second-generation manufacturer, we’ve earned our reputation as leaders in our industry by producing highly complex parts with precision and ingenuity. What sets us apart? Our people. We’re a passionate team that values collaboration, continuous learning, and going above and beyond. If this sounds like your kind of workplace, keep reading!

Why UMC?

• Generous PTO: Start with 3 weeks of paid time off per year, with accrual from day one.
• Competitive Pay: Attractive base salary for day shift roles, with opportunities for growth.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid holidays.
• 401k Match: Dollar-for-dollar matching up to 5%.
• Professional Growth: Tuition reimbursement for professional development.
• Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, onsite in Monticello, MN.

About the Roll

The Staff Accountant is responsible for general ledger management, month-end close, and financial reporting accuracy. This position owns GL reconciliations, depreciation schedules, audit preparation, and accounting policy documentation. The Staff Accountant also performs and supports accounts payable and accounts receivable functions and serves as backup for payroll processing.

What You'll Do

Financial Close, Reporting & Payroll

• Reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Own and execute month-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and account analysis.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures to minimize risk to the company.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
• Prepare schedules and documentation for annual audit; serve as a key point of contact for auditors.
• File monthly sales tax and refundable sales tax reports; prepare and file refund claims.
• Serve as backup for payroll processing during vacations and absences.

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

• Process and support accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions alongside the Accounting Specialist.
• Review transactions for accuracy and proper coding; serve as backup for AP and AR processing as needed.
• Process daily cash receipts, record bank transactions, and execute bank transfers as needed.

General & Team Support

• Collaborate with accounting and finance team members, fostering a healthy team culture.
• Serve as a contact for questions and problem solving for accounting processes.
• Exercise discretion to ensure on-time delivery of accounting deliverables to internal and external customers.
• Exhibit a working knowledge of health and safety; report potential hazards, unsafe conditions, and injuries immediately.
• Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration required, or equivalent work experience in place of education.
• 5+ years of related accounting experience required.
• Payroll experience preferred.
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) experience preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing organization preferred.

Competencies

• Ability to build relationships, avoid misunderstandings, and collaborate effectively with others.
• Problem-solving: Identifies and analyzes problems, distinguishes between relevant and irrelevant information to make logical decisions, and assists in developing solutions to individual and organizational problems.
• Working knowledge of accounting and understanding of the general ledger accounts.
• Clear written and verbal communications.
• Well organized with a strong aptitude for details.
• Consistently maintains confidential information.
• Must be able to work well both independently and in a team environment.
• Must be able to work on multiple projects while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Very strong organizational and time management skills with a strong aptitude for details.
• Sense of urgency about solving problems and striving for excellence.
• Ability to perform job duties with disruptions (i.e., phone, staff, etc.) throughout the day.
• Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, and instructions.
• Embodies the personal commitment to the shared core values of UMC: Great People, Going Beyond, and Growing.
• Proficient in accounting software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer throughout the entirety of the shift.
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb steps, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.
• Must be able to make coordinated motions with hands/fingers to operate office equipment including but not limited to computer, copy machines, and scanners.