Staff Accountant
IDEX Corporation
- Location
- Portage, Michigan
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Staff
- Posted
- Aug 26, 2026
About this role
If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact. With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.
POSITION
SUMMARY: The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization while ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial information. This position plays a key role in maintaining the general ledger, preparing financial transactions, supporting month-end and year-end close activities, and ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (US GAAP). Working closely with the Controller and other members of the finance team, the Staff Accountant partners with operations, purchasing, production, and other departments to provide accurate financial reporting, improve accounting processes, and support informed business decisions. This role offers opportunities to expand technical accounting knowledge while contributing to process improvements and organizational growth. ESSENTIAL FUNCTONS: A qualified individual with a disability must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. General Accounting · Prepare, review, and post recurring and non-recurring journal entries. · Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and timely. · Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations, researching and resolving discrepancies. · Assist in completing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities within established deadlines. · Analyze financial data, identify unusual variances, and recommend appropriate corrective actions. · Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for financial reporting. Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable · Process vendor invoices and ensure timely, accurate payment of obligations. · Prepare and distribute customer invoices. · Record customer receipts and vendor payments while maintaining accurate accounting records. · Monitor accounts receivable aging and assist with collection efforts as needed. · Respond to vendor and customer inquiries regarding payment status and account activity. · Support cash application and account reconciliation activities. Fixed Assets & Inventory · Record capital asset acquisitions and maintain the fixed asset register. · Track asset additions, transfers, disposals, and depreciation. · Assist in maintaining accurate inventory valuation and related accounting records. · Support physical inventory counts and cycle count activities. · Collaborate with production and purchasing teams to ensure inventory transactions are accurately recorded. Financial Reporting & Analysis · Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules for management. · Assist in budget preparation, forecasting, and financial analysis. · Investigate account fluctuations and explain significant variances. · Support management by providing timely and reliable financial information. Compliance & Audit Support · Ensure accounting activities comply with US GAAP, company policies, and internal controls. · Prepare documentation and schedules for internal and external audits. · Assist with sales tax filings, property tax reporting, and other regulatory requirements. · Maintain organized accounting records and documentation that support financial transactions. · Participate in implementing recommendations resulting from audits or compliance reviews. Internal Controls & Process Improvement · Follow established accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. ·