Accountant

Are you an experienced Accountant who loves rolling up your sleeves and getting into the details of financial operations, inventory, and profitability? StaffBuffalo is partnering with a well-established and growing manufacturing company in the Buffalo area to hire a full-time Accountant, offering $80,000–$90,000 annually plus excellent benefits and a collaborative, people-first culture.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated accounting professional who enjoys variety in their day and wants to make a meaningful impact in a hands-on environment. The Accountant will take ownership of day-to-day accounting functions, oversee inventory tracking, manage payroll, and play a key role in analyzing costs and profitability. You’ll work closely with leadership, production, and account management teams — not just behind the scenes, but as an active contributor in management meetings and strategic discussions.

The ideal Accountant is personable, analytical, and detail-driven — someone who thrives in a fast-moving setting, enjoys collaborating with others, and takes pride in accuracy and process improvement. This position offers strong visibility, growth potential, and the chance to make a real difference in the success of a respected local company.

This is an on-site position based in the Buffalo area, NY.

Responsibilities:

• Manage daily accounting operations, including invoicing, accounts receivable/payable, and reconciliations
• Enter all sales data and ensure timely, accurate billing
• Maintain detailed inventory records using Fishbowl software
• Prepare and process payroll using Paychex
• Track and manage royalty payments owed and received
• Participate in management meetings to provide financial insights and reporting
• Assist in analyzing costs, margins, and profitability to identify improvement opportunities
• Create and monitor purchase orders and related documentation
• Collaborate with production and inventory teams to ensure data accuracy and process efficiency
• Build strong relationships with major accounts and discuss pricing, billing, and profitability as needed

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing or product-based environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset
• Proficiency with QuickBooks; experience with Fishbowl or other inventory systems a plus
• Experience with payroll processing and familiarity with Paychex preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills — comfortable working across departments and with clients
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment

Compensation & Benefits:

• $80,000–$90,000 annual salary, depending on experience
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and NYS sick time accrual
• Stable, growing company with long-term customer relationships
• Opportunities to build new strategies and make a visible impact

The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting, that our client would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range.

First time working with a Recruiter? No problem! We make the process as smooth and straightforward as possible. Communication is key – to get started, all we need from you is an updated resume and some time to chat. Our team will get to know and your future career goals. Throughout the process, we will provide resume feedback, schedule and prepare you for interviews, provide client feedback, and coach you through the offer stage.

StaffBuffalo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, or unfavorable discharge from military service.

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