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General Ledger Accountant

Overview:

Our Core Values

ELEVATE EVERYTHING – We each bring a specific set of skills to the table, offering up our expertise and resources to enhance the work of others. We challenge each other to be the best in order to achieve enduring value in the eyes of our customers.

BETTER IS BETTER – There is no finish line; we strive for continuous improvement in everything we do. We obsess over every detail to find ways to improve both our products and our process.

UNAPOLOGETICALLY ACCOUNTABLE – We’re open and honest in how we speak and listen. We celebrate each other’s successes, and collectively rally to solve every challenge. We own it!

COURAGEOUS INNOVATION – There are elegant ideas awaiting discovery in everything we do. We push everyone around us to pursue those ideas openly so we can continue to dominate the category.

COMMUNITY-DRIVEN – As a family business, we understand the importance of enriching the communities we call home. As a company, and as individuals, we work to make our expertise available to do the most good for those around us.

General Ledger Accountant

We are currently recruiting for a General Ledger Accountant to join the Benchmade Knife Company team. The General Ledger Accountant is responsibility is for month-end closing activities for Benchmade, including preparation of all journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, preparation of financial statements and other related reporting. This position will also assist the Controller in all accounting and finance matters, including collection of cost accounting data, allocation of costs and related cost and financial analyses, government required reports, commission reporting, and running of nightly financial reports. This will also include special projects as needed.

Responsibilities:

All month-end closing activities including all related reporting
Balance sheet reconciliations
Bank account reconciliations
Fixed asset accounting
Financial Analysis as needed
Month-end closing procedures
Prepaid expensing
Other accounting and finance activities as directed by Controller
Commission reporting
Government reports related to finance, taxation, and general business
Cost accounting

Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, and 3-4 years of experience in general ledger accounting is required. Equivalency to the qualification standard will also be considered.
Experience working in a manufacturing company in general accounting a plus
Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word software
Knowledge of Microsoft Access helpful but not mandatory
Effective communication skills mandatory
Able to work in a fast paced environment
Able to work overtime when needed and on-site in Oregon City, OR

Benchmade offer our employees a wide variety of comprehensive rewards and benefits including:

Competitive pay
Annual bonus based on yearly salary
3 Weeks PTO (sick time accrued separately)
Medical including Prescriptions and Vision
Dental including Orthodontia
Short-Term and Long-term Disability
Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
401K with company match
Fitness Center Reimbursement
Pay for time off, including 10 paid holidays, vacation, sick, bereavement and jury duty
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Account
Outstanding employee discounts on Benchmade products and other partner companies
Tuition reimbursement
Targeted development planning and learning opportunities
Employee and family events throughout the year
Most importantly, Benchmade provides a fun, family oriented and entrepreneurial work environment

This is an exciting time to be part of a company on the verge of even greater success. If you think you have what it takes to be part of a company that strives to create a working environment that stimulates team spirit, passion, engagement, and achievement, complete an application today. Please include a resume with your online application.

Benchmade Knife Company, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Benchmade complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact TalentAcquisition@benchmade.com or 1-800-800-7427.

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CEO of Benchmade Knife Company

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By Benchmade Knife Company

Over the past 30 years, Benchmade has evolved from a small garage in Southern California to a thriving knife manufacturing business located in Oregon City, OR. Motivated to design a knife that embodied the latest manufacturing technology and mate...

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INDUSTRY

Consumer Product Manufacturing

TEAM SIZE

51-200

LOCATION

Hybrid, based in Oregon City, OR

DATE POSTED

April 15, 2023