Staff Accountant (REQ825)

Staff Accountant

Maryland Heights, MO

Spartech offers a competitive salary, incentives, and benefit programs!

Spartech, LLC, headquartered in Maryland Heights, Missouri, has over a dozen locations throughout the United States. We have a broad customer base with extensive product offerings and technologies. Many of our materials are used in products you might see every day - for example if you start your morning with a single serve yogurt, the container you ate from may be made from one of Spartech’s products or the refrigerator where the yogurt was stored could have Spartech products in its interior features. More unique uses of our products can be seen in military or security applications, for example in fighter jet canopies or bullet resistant windows. From routine daily-life to life-saving applications—we make a difference. Our broad scope of products and services keep our environment interesting and challenging with a culture focused on success. If you want to make a difference in a fast-paced environment with a company large enough to offer you room to grow but not so large that you become “just a number”, Spartech might be the ideal company for you.

General Summary and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting day‑to‑day accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records, and assisting with month‑end and year‑end close activities. This is a remote position that works closely with the accounting team and business partners to ensure financial data is accurate, timely, and compliant with company policies and applicable accounting standards. Minimal travel may be required on an as‑needed basis.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities to Include:

• Prepare and record journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, reclassifications, and depreciation
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end close processes
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate variances
• Maintain supporting schedules for balance sheet accounts
• Track and report capital expenditures (CAPEX), including additions, disposals, and transfers
• Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset subledger, ensuring accuracy of asset capitalization, depreciation, and retirements
• Prepare periodic CAPEX reporting for management, including budget‑to‑actual analysis and project tracking
• Ensure capitalization policies are applied consistently and in accordance with GAAP
• Support preparation of financial statements and internal management reports
• Assist with internal and external audits
• Collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams (FP&A, Operations, IT) in a remote environment
• Participate in process improvement and system enhancement initiatives
• Perform ad hoc accounting analysis and projects as they are assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 0–3 years of accounting or related experience
• Working knowledge of GAAP
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, formulas)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Desired Skills/Experience:

• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems and accounting software
• CPA or CPA‑eligible a plus
• Experience with financial reporting and account reconciliations

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a team that values innovation and continuous improvement.
• Work in a role that directly impacts operational success and profitability.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

We offer competitive salary, incentives, and benefit programs. – Most Benefits Start Day ONE!

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Company paid Life & Long-term/Short-term disability programs.
• 401(k) with strong company match.
• 120 hours Paid Time Off (pro-rated based on hire date).
• 11 paid holidays.

Spartech, LLC provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status, or other legally protected classification in the state in which a person is seeking employment. Spartech will use E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility of newly hired employees where required.