Staff Accountant

Description:

TBEI - Tishomingo is seeking an onsite Staff Accountant in Tishomingo, MS.
Reporting to the Controller, this role supports both financial accounting and
manufacturing operations through cost accounting, inventory management,
financial reporting, and month-end close activities. The Staff Accountant helps
ensure accurate product costing, inventory valuation, ERP system integrity, and
compliance with GAAP and company policies. This position also provides backup
support for Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable, assists with audits and
process improvements, and partners with operational teams to support
profitability and data accuracy across the business. Ideal candidates will have
accounting experience in a manufacturing environment, strong analytical skills,
and an understanding of cost accounting, inventory controls, and ERP systems.



Duties/Responsibilities:

Financial Period End Responsibilities

* Support the period-end close process by preparing journal entries, performing
account reconciliations, and assisting with financial reporting to ensure
accuracy, completeness, and compliance with GAAP and TBEI requirements.
* Ensure proper financial cut-offs are applied, including timely completion of
work orders and adherence to inventory cut-off procedures in accordance with
corporate policy.
* Maintain and monitor the standard period-end close checklist to confirm all
required entries and tasks are completed accurately and on schedule.
* Prepare period-end reports and key performance metrics for internal
management and corporate reporting purposes.
* Assist with end-of-month inventory processes, including inventory true up
/valuation, cycle counts, and related reconciliations.



Accounting

* Assist in analysis of changes in product design, materials, and manufacturing
processes to evaluate financial impact on results, margins, and overall
profitability.
* Support financial reporting by maintaining accurate standard costs and
ensuring alignment between operational data and the general ledger.
* Perform variance analysis and provide reporting on financial performance,
including margins, inventory valuation, and period results.
* Identify cost-saving opportunities and track results in support of financial
goals.
* Monitor and report inventory discrepancies, including negative balances and
incomplete work orders.
* Ensure integrity of financial data within the ERP system, including BOM
alignment, accurate inventory transactions, and proper general ledger account
mapping.
* Assist in the management of fixed assets by overseeing
construction-in-progress projects, ensuring timely capitalization, accurate
disposals, and conducting periodic asset inventories to maintain accuracy and
compliance.
* Support and enhance ERP (Syteline) functionality, focusing on financial
reporting, internal controls, and process improvements.



Miscellaneous Duties

* Provides support and updates to customer records in Syteline to ensure that
customer credit lines are properly maintained and administered per TBEI
guidelines
* Provide support coverage for Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
* Assist with sales tax compliance laws and ensure proper customer
documentation is on file and remains current.
* Assist with Quality cases and credit memos
* Assist with internal / external audits of financial processes and compliance
with Sarbanes-Oxley
* Ensure procedures are GAAP and TBEI compliant.
* Assists with and complete special projects as requested.



Qualitative Attributes

* Highly motivated and a self-starter; with the ability to complete work with
minimal oversight;
* Ability to complete tasks without errors in a timely manner;
* Professional, ethical, and acts with integrity;
* Effective verbal and written communication skills;
* Must have a high degree of organization and problem-solving skills.





Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s degree in accounting with a focus on operational accounting in a
high mix/high low volume manufacturing environment.
* Must have a strong cost systems background dealing with products with
multi-level BOMs
* Excellent analytical, learning & logic skills,
* Sound understanding of accounting principles
* Prior experience in an accounting position is required.
* Ability to effectively communicate in writing, as well as verbally in
one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other
employees of the organization.
* Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest,
commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
* Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions
furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems
involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
* Experience with business software like Syteline is a plus.



Education/Experience:

* Associate degree in Accounting or related field required; Bachelor's degree
in Accounting/Finance preferred
* Minimum of 1 year of experience in an accounting role





Physical Requirements

* Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
* Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.



Who we are:

1,000+ distributors and dealers, across North America
11 major brands
Industry-leading technology, management team, and performance
High quality products including military-spec dump bodies for the US Armed
Forces


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 507-508-9136. All other
applications must be submitted online.

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