Job Summary

　　Title: Associate AccountantFLSA Status: Hourly

　　Reports To: Accounting Operations Manager

　　Under the direction of the Accounting Operations Manager, the Associate Accountant will provide accurate, timely, and accessible financial information that will help our teams make data-driven financial decisions. This position will own key accounting responsibilities including, but not limited to, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and quarterly close processes. The Associate Accountant role is an ideal position for an insightful, organized, self-starter who has strong attention to detail and a passion for enhancing processes.

　　Job Description

　　ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

　　Deposit checks, post payments to accounts receivable (AR) and prepare cash journal entries

　　Prepare AR invoices, monitor AR balances and prepare customer statements

　　Work with cross-functional team to collect outstanding AR balances

　　Process accounts payable (AP) invoices ensuring transactions are processed timely and accurately

　　Reconcile vendor statements against AP records in financial system

　　Initiate payments via check, virtual card, or ACH

　　Maintain accurate vendor records including adding/changing/purging vendors

　　Respond timely to inquiries from vendors, customers, or co-workers and researches and resolves concerns or discrepancies

　　Reconcile subledger accounts to general ledger in accordance with quarter close deadlines

　　Assist in quarter-end close activities as assigned

　　Assist with preparation and distribution of 1099s and filings with IRS

　　Develop in depth knowledge of accounting software platforms; assist with system conversions and implementation

　　Build and maintain positive working relationships

　　Other duties as assigned

　　QUALIFICATIONS

　　Associate degree in accounting or finance or 2+ years of experience in accounting-related roles

　　Experience in creating and maintaining Excel spreadsheets

　　Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships across the organization and our customer and vendor community

　　High degree of attention to detail and accuracy

　　Problem solving and critical thinking skills

　　Organizing and prioritizing skills

　　A continuous improvement mindset

　　Ability to learn new software applications

　　Reliable and deadline-driven

　　Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

　　Knowledge of acceptable business and office etiquette

　　PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

　　Ability to stand, walk, sit for extended periods of time

　　Ability to work independently and in a team environment

　　Bending, stretching, and occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs. is required

　　Professional presence and proper phone etiquette are required

　　Occasional travel may be required

　　WORK SCHEDULE

　　The Associate Accountant position is a full-time, hourly position.

　　Company Overview

　　Founded in 1946 as Skogen's IGA, Festival Foods is a Wisconsin family- and employee-owned grocer that is committed to giving back to the communities it serves and to providing guests with exceptional service and value. The company, which began operating as Festival Foods in 1990, employs more than 8,000 full- and part-time associates and operates +40 full-service supermarkets across the state of Wisconsin.At Festival Foods we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We are dedicated to building a top-notch team of skilled, experienced and service-oriented associates who represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and talents. Festival Foods believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates, products, and our community strengthen our ability to serve our guests, as we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people.

　　Location : NameOnalaska Support Office

　　Requisition ID 2024-41278

　　Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 2 months ago (1/4/2024 3:56 PM)

　　Category (Portal Searching) Support Office