Accounting Assistant Jobs in Chester, SC (NOW HIRING)

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Fontaine Modification is North America's leading provider of post-production truck modification services, engineering solutions, and fleet customization programs. Since 1985, Fontaine has delivered innovative solutions for truck manufacturers, dealers, and fleet customers through a network of modification centers located near major OEM manufacturing operations. As a Marmon Holdings company backed by Berkshire Hathaway, Fontaine Modification is committed to quality, safety, innovation, and strong customer service.

Fontaine Modification is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant II to join our Finance team. This role will support month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, inventory accounting, fixed assets, financial reporting, and operational accounting activities across multiple manufacturing and service locations.

The ideal candidate will have strong accounting fundamentals, experience supporting a manufacturing or operational environment, and the ability to work with Accounting, Operations, Purchasing, Inventory Control, and leadership teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

• Prepare and post journal entries as part of the month-end and year-end close processes.
• Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Assist with monthly financial statements, management reporting packages, and variance analysis.
• Analyze general ledger activity and investigate unusual or unexpected account activity.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and other financial planning activities as needed.

• Assist with inventory valuation, cycle count reconciliation, and inventory reserve analysis.
• Review manufacturing variances including material, labor, and overhead costs.
• Partner with Operations and Inventory Control teams to help maintain accurate inventory records.
• Support physical inventory counts, inventory reconciliations, and related audit procedures.
• Monitor and reconcile inventory-related accounts and investigate discrepancies.

• Maintain fixed asset records, depreciation schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Track capital expenditures and ensure proper accounting treatment.
• Reconcile fixed asset additions, disposals, and transfers.

• Assist with customer billing, cash application, and account research as needed.
• Review vendor invoices and expense allocations for proper coding when requested.
• Support resolution of invoice, payment, and account discrepancies.

• Assist with external audit requests and internal control documentation.
• Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for auditors.
• Ensure accounting activity is completed in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Support improvements to accounting procedures, reporting processes, and internal controls.

• Identify opportunities to improve reporting accuracy, efficiency, and consistency across locations.
• Participate in ERP system enhancements, process automation, and cross-functional projects.
• Prepare ad hoc reports and financial analyses for Accounting and Operations leadership.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3 to 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial statement preparation.
• Experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Clear communication skills and ability to work effectively with both finance and operations teams.

• Manufacturing, industrial, automotive, or distribution accounting experience.
• Experience with inventory accounting, cost accounting, or manufacturing variance analysis.
• ERP system experience such as Epicor, Acumatica, SAP, Oracle, or a similar platform.
• CPA designation or CPA candidate preferred but not required.
• Experience supporting multi-location operations.

Attention to Detail

Financial Analysis

Accountability

Process Improvement

Team Collaboration

Time Management

Critical Thinking

Communication

• Work for an established industry leader in truck modification and engineering solutions.
• Join a financially stable organization backed by Marmon Holdings and Berkshire Hathaway.
• Support a company focused on quality, safety, innovation, and customer service.
• Work closely with accounting, operations, and leadership teams across multiple locations.
• Be part of a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and practical problem solving.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Career development opportunities.

Fontaine Modification is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.