Associate Staff Accountant bei Dixon Ticonderoga Company

Dixon Ticonderoga Company is seeking an Associate Staff Accountant to join our team. Our mission is to engage, inspire and empower teachers, students and artists to be their best by providing them with superior educational and art products. Dixon is a leading North American supplier of Art and Education products, serving School and Retail Markets. Dixon headquarters are in Appleton, Wisconsin. We are also quickly accelerating our global growth, with the combined strength from our parent company, FILA.

Position Summary:

The Associate Staff Accountant supports the finance and accounting team by performing a variety of essential tasks that contribute to accurate financial reporting and operational efficiency. Success in this position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. The ideal candidate demonstrates a willingness to learn, communicates professionally, and is comfortable working with ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools. This role offers an opportunity to build foundational experience in accounting within a structured and collaborative environment.

Essential Functions:

• Help maintain general ledger entries and monthly journal entries
• Assist with material item setup
• Support audits and provide necessary documentation
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts
• Assist with Rebate and Royalty programs
• Support month-end and year-end close processes
• Perform other administrative and accounting tasks as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic technology skills, including familiarity with data entry, spreadsheets, and foundational Microsoft Excel functions (e.g., formulas, formatting).
• An ability to understand and work through business processes with guidance, demonstrating curiosity and a willingness to learn.
• Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to analyze basic data and identify patterns or issues.
• Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills suitable for internal and external correspondence.
• Ability to conduct simple research and follow through on tasks to gather necessary information.
• Self-motivated with a willingness to take direction and complete tasks efficiently; reliable and eager to build new skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a structured work environment.
• Proficient use of office equipment including, but not limited to, a personal computer, phone, copy machine, and scanner.
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Word.
• Prior experience with ERP systems (e.g. SAP, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics) is a plus.

Requirements (Education, Professional Experience, Certification, Skills):

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a similar field.
• Proficiency with SAP and Microsoft Excel strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Working Conditions:

• The employee will experience normal working conditions where there is no physical discomfort due to temperature, dust, noise, and other related elements.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee and are not construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, abilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.