Staff Accountant

Posted:
1/13/2026, 12:29:55 AM

Location(s):
Buffalo, New York, United States ⋅ New York, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Accounting

Job Requirements

Alkegen brings together two of the world’s leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation and sealing materials. Through global reach and breakthrough inventions, we are delivering products that enable the world to breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before.   


With over 60 manufacturing facilities with a global workforce of over 9,000 of the industry’s most experienced talent, including insulation and filtration experts, Alkegen is uniquely positioned to help customers impact the environment in meaningful ways.  


Alkegen offers a range of dynamic career opportunities with a global reach. From production operators to engineers, technicians to specialists, sales to leadership, we are always looking for top talent ready to bring their best.  Come grow with us!

Key Responsibilities 

The Accountant I is an entry-level, full-time, exempt position reporting to the Accounting Manager within the CHQ Accounting Team, responsible for performing foundational accounting tasks and supporting the month-end close process to ensure the accuracy of financial records.

  • Preparing and posting journal entries (such as accruals and reclassifications), executing monthly reconciliations for various general ledger accounts (e.g., cash, A/R),

  • Assisting with A/P and A/R processes

  • Monitoring daily bank activity

  • Contributing to the timely and accurate completion of the month-end close.

Skills & Experience 

  • A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field, 0–2 years of experience (including internships)

  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel

  • Foundational knowledge of US GAAP

  • A high attention to detail to ensure all activities comply with company policies and support audit readiness.

Compensation:

  • $65,000 - $75,000 per annum

  • Compensation offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

At Alkegen, we strive every day to help people – ALL PEOPLE – breathe easier, live greener and go further than ever before. We believe that diversity and inclusion is central to this mission and to our impact. Our diverse and inclusive culture drives our growth & innovation and we nurture it by actively embracing our differences and using our varied perspectives to solve the complex challenges facing our changing and diverse world.

Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, nation of origin, religion, color, gender identity and expression, age, disability, education, opinions, culture, languages spoken, veteran’s status, or any other protected class.