Position Summary:
The Staff Accountant will oversee areas relating to accounts payable, accounts receivable, income audit, general ledger, taxes, internal controls and basic financial reporting. This position addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including general ledger preparation, month-end close, bookkeeping, year-end preparation and the support of budget and forecast activities.
Position Responsibilities:
- Performs day-to-day accounts payable functions while overseeing accounts receivable, income audit, taxes and internal controls.
- Subject matter expert for company ERP and database system.
- Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the general ledger structure; routinely reviews reconciliations and journal entries to ensure accurate financial information, in accordance with GAAP policies and procedures.
- Develop and implement new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the department.
- Ensure an accurate and timely reporting of all financial information monthly, quarterly and year end close.
- Maintain confidentiality of all financial data.
- Assist in the daily banking requirements.
- Supports budget and forecasting activities.
- Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
- Performs additional business operations duties and tasks, as required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Working knowledge of ERP software systems and processes; Syspro experience preferred.
- Problem Solving — Identify and resolve problems efficiently; Gathers and analyzes information; Develops solutions; Uses reason.
- Initiative — Ability to work independently while also demonstrating a sense of urgency; Ability to prioritize and organizational skills a must.
- Excellent Communication Skills — Efficient and effective oral and written communication skills; Ability to communicate at all levels of the organization; Build and maintain strong relationships with peers.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule that fluctuates in response to customer demand.
- Commitment to company values.
Education/Experience Desired:
- Bachelor of Science in Accounting or Finance is preferred.
- 3+ years of prior accounting experience is required. Food industry, manufacturing and/or consumer packaged goods experience is a significant plus.
- Individual must possess system/process aptitude and exceptional attention to detail.
Reporting to this position: Â No existing direct reports
Additional Information:
Competitive salary commensurate with experience; Medical/Dental insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability and Paid Vacation and Sick time.
EOE
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