Staff Accountant

MPG delivers radio frequency (RF) spectrum-centric solutions at the speed of technology. We enable mission-critical communications and space-based missions with ruggedized RF components, subsystems, and turn-key solutions. Civilian government, military and commercial customers rely on MPG's deep engineering expertise, and scalable manufacturing capability to deliver what they need, when they need it. MPG operates engineering and manufacturing facilities in: Austin, TX; Columbia, MD; Ventura, CA; West Chester, OH; Salisbury, MD; Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic; and York, United Kingdom.

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our growing manufacturing organization. The Staff Accountant will support the accounting team by maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with month-end close, inventory accounting, cost accounting support, and ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys working cross-functionally with operations, purchasing, and production teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain general ledger journal entries and account reconciliations
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
• Support inventory accounting, including cycle counts, inventory adjustments, and reconciliation of inventory accounts
• Assist with cost accounting functions including labor, overhead allocation, and product costing analysis
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, prepaid expenses, accruals, and fixed assets
• Analyze manufacturing variances and provide explanations to management
• Prepare financial reports and schedules for internal management review
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed
• Support internal audits and compliance reporting
• Maintain internal controls and ensure adherence to accounting policies and procedures
• Collaborate with operations and production departments to improve financial accuracy and reporting efficiency
• Participate in ERP system maintenance, reporting enhancements, and process improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 2-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial environments
• Understanding of GAAP and basic cost accounting principles
• Experience with ERP systems
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• CPA designation or progress toward CPA is a plus

Preferred Skills

• Experience with inventory and cost accounting
• Knowledge of manufacturing operations and production workflows
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Continuous improvement mindset

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Bonus opportunity
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career growth opportunities within a growing manufacturing organization

Work Environment

This position operates in a professional office environment within a manufacturing facility and may occasionally require time on the production floor to support inventory and operational accounting activities.

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Work Arrangement : Onsite

Pay Range: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00annually

Bonus Eligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year based on schedule worked, paid vacation hours beginning at 80 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, tuition assistance, business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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This position may be located in:Americas : United States : Maryland : Salisbury

Sub Division :MPG US Finance/Compliance

Job Requisition ID :66931

Job Function : Accounting