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Job description
Regular Full-Time
Clerical
Utica, NY, US
Salary Range: $23.00 To $23.50 Hourly
About the Role
Sturges is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support our accounting team and front office. This role blends hands-on accounting work — accounts receivable, accounts payable, and month-end close support — with front-desk responsibilities, making it a great fit for someone who's organized, personable, and comfortable wearing multiple hats. You'll also serve as backup to the Staff Accountant during absences, gaining broad exposure across our accounting functions.
Schedule: Choice of two options: 37.50 hour work week
4-day week: Tuesday–Thursday, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM, and Friday, 6:30 AM–4:00 PM
5-day week: Monday–Thursday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, and Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
What You'll Do
Accounting Support
Prepare customer invoices and export documentation, verifying accuracy and completeness
Ensure daily customer correspondence (invoices, export documents, certificates of compliance) is distributed on time, with accurate records maintained
Apply daily accounts receivable receipts and assist with collection activities on past-due accounts
Perform credit reference verifications for new customers per company procedures
Assist with reviewing, auditing, and entering accounts payable invoices
Process weekly AP payments and distribute weekly ACH remittance statements to vendors
Review and edit daily/weekly team member timecards for accuracy and completeness
Compile and prepare routine reports and summaries as requested
Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures, with flexibility to adjust schedules/time off as needed to meet deadlines
Front Office & Team Support
Perform receptionist duties: greeting visitors, answering/directing incoming calls, monitoring building door and security systems
Serve as backup to the Staff Accountant during absences (excluding payroll processing)
Maintain strict confidentiality and security of financial, customer, vendor, and other sensitive company information
What You Bring
Associate degree in Accounting or Finance required
1–3 years of relevant, hands-on accounting experience required
Ability to handle secured/sensitive information with strict confidentiality
Professional presentation and a customer-service mindset
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong multi-tasking skills and comfort in a fast-paced environment
Fluent in reading, writing, and communicating in English
Please note: This position is considered safety-sensitive and requires consistent alertness at all times.
Why Join Sturges?
At Sturges, we're proud of the people, products, and workplace we've built over more than a century.
Certified as a Great Place to Work® in 2026, 2025, and 2024
Named one of the Best Companies to Work For in New York State in 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2016, 2015, and 2014
Proudly Made in the USA
Manufacturing in the United States since 1909
Leading manufacturer of engineered webbing and sewing solutions
A team-focused workplace where every employee contributes to our success
About Sturges Manufacturing
Since 1909, Sturges Manufacturing has been designing and manufacturing custom-engineered webbing solutions in the United States. We are a leading manufacturer of engineered webbing and sewing solutions, providing customers with products that require quality, precision, and reliability.
When you join Sturges, you're joining an established American manufacturer with a long history and a strong commitment to its employees and customers.
Sturges is an equal opportunity employer.
Worksite address
utica, NY, 13502, US
Who can apply
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