Staff Accountant

Smiths Group plc

Staff Accountant maintaining general ledgers, subsidiary reporting, treasury support, and internal controls for Smiths Detection’s security-screening technology business.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeRemote • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $62,700 - $103,510 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial reporting, general ledger maintenance, and compliance with GAAP standards. Proficient in ERP systems, particularly SAP, and skilled in cash management and internal controls.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Accounting3-5 Years Of ExperienceERP ExperienceSAP PreferredStrong Analytical Skills

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Hard Skills

General Ledger MaintenanceFinancial ReportingJournal Entry ProcessingInternal Controls FrameworkCash ManagementAccount AnalysisAudit SupportGAAP ComplianceDetail OrientationDeadline Management

Soft Skills

Ability To Communicate Across All Levels

Tools & Technologies

ExcelMicrosoft OfficeQuickBooks

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain, reconcile, and analyze assigned general ledger accounts monthly
Lead financial reporting and accounting activities of subsidiary companies
Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies and GAAP requirements
Process journal entries and adjustments for assigned accounts
Collaborate with the Financial Services Department throughout the fiscal month
Support treasury functions, including cash management, account analysis, and related reporting
Support internal and external audit processes
Support the internal controls framework
Maintain internal control documentation related to the general ledger

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
3-5 years of experience
ERP experience
SAP preferred
Intermediate or above proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Office programs
QuickBooks knowledge
Strong analytical skills
Ability to meet required deadlines
Detail-oriented
Ability to communicate across all levels of the organization

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Business Profit Plan
Competitive benefits package
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off
Excellent training
Career growth opportunities locally and globally
Inclusive environment
Strong leadership
Focus on safety and wellbeing
Flexible benefits supporting health, wellbeing, financial, and lifestyle needs