Accountant
Samuel Merritt University
Lebanon, VA · Posted October 15, 2026
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About the job
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist with the preparation and general ledger journal entry as well as other aspects of financial statement preparation.
Review, approve and maintain filing of financial information.
Assist with financial close and reporting requirements.
Maintain and monitor fixed asset processes
FCC Corporate Reporting Input
Perform analysis of job costs and report results monthly.
Responsible for account reconciliations, as well as subsidiary ledger verification.
Assist internal/external auditor(s) as required.
Assist with physical inventories and fixed asset inventories.
Provide support for all other tasks as assigned by the Accounting Manager.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Must hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
At least 5 years of related accounting experience in a fast-paced professional environment.
Must have manufacturing environment and standard cost accounting experience
ROLE REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment to meet team expectations.
Understanding and support of Company policies and procedures.
Ability to understand and abide by all safety rules and regulations to perform the job.
Must have knowledge and understanding of ERP systems
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully preform the essential functions of this job.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job description is not intended to be all inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management, as required. Staffing of positions to be determined by the company.
As an employee, you are required to understand the ISO system and the elements that affect your job.
The annual base salary range for this position is $58,176 - $72,720 USD. If you are hired, your annual base pay will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that the range mentioned above is the full base pay range for the role.
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At Samuel, we believe every team member brings unique and valuable skills, experiences and knowledge to our thriving business – enabling us to build on over 170 years of success in the metals industry. We offer countless opportunities for our team members to develop and grow in their careers, empower them to make decisions on the job and be a part of driving positive change – within our organization and in the communities where we live and work. If you’re seeking a dynamic, supportive and welcoming workplace to make your mark and grow your career, we have the programs, culture and opportunities to make it happen. We’re stronger together.
At Samuel we believe in a culture of equality. Respect and integrity are at our core. We are committed to building and creating an environment that is open and welcoming for everyone.
This job posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization
Samuel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In the United States, we utilize E-Verify.