Senior Staff Accountant

Sutphen Corporation is the oldest continuously family-owned and operated fire truck manufacturer in the United States of America.

With a mission to build the safest, most reliable fire trucks in the world, Sutphen has manufactured emergency fire apparatus for fire departments all over the country for more than 134 years.

Sutphen is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced senior staff accountant to join our team in Dublin, Ohio.

In this role, you’ll handle key accounting functions—from payroll oversight and benefits reconciliation to accounts receivable, journal entries, and commissions tracking. You’ll also play a critical role in month-end close, managing our corporate credit card program, and supporting the 401(k) audit process.

We’re seeking someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, values accuracy and compliance, and brings a continuous improvement mindset to their work.

Why Join Team Sutphen?

• Safety is our priority
• Family-owned and operated
• First shift operation 
• High-quality and extremely affordable benefit packages
• A collaborative and challenging environment fostering high engagement and retention
• We have fun building the highest quality product that saves lives and property

What You’ll Do

• Oversee weekly payroll accounting and ensure accurate GL postings.

• Reconcile employee benefit billings and resolve discrepancies.

• Manage commissions calculations and accounting.

• Monitor and maintain customer accounts, AR aging, and cash applications.

• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close activities.

• Oversee corporate credit card reconciliations and ensure policy compliance.

• Support 401(k) audit preparation and fixed asset/lease accounting.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.

• Payroll and benefits-related accounting experience required; ERP knowledge preferred.

• Expertise in payroll systems, Paycom preferred. 

• Solid understanding of GAAP and internal controls.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems.

• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset.