Staff Accountant

Description

The Staff Accountant ensures the integrity of accounting information by recording, evaluating and verifying transactions. The position will be responsible for timely and accurate preparation of financial information in a variety of areas. It is essential that this candidate brings analytical and organizational skills. This person will directly report to the Controller for supervision purposes, and will work regularly with all levels of management.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Prepare necessary account reconciliation and supporting schedules, analyze all relevant general ledger information, and collaborate with Controller to prepare monthly/quarterly financial statements on a timely basis
• Prepare and record asset, liability, revenue, and expenses entries by compiling and analyzing account information
• Assist with the preparation of periodic budgets for the various departments and operating units as needed
• Work with the Controller to ensure all management reporting needs are met
• Follow established accounting processes
• Protect organization's value by keeping information confidential
• Collect and analyze data and identify opportunities to reduce costs via discounts, price thresholds, changing buying patterns, vendor negotiations etc.
• Evaluate/recommend inventory and other controls as needed to reduce costs or increase profitability
• Effectively communicate with warehouse, operations, office and sales personnel
• Identify opportunities to improve operating efficiencies based on data analysis
• Work a flexible schedule with hours and days to reflect seasonal and business needs

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. One to three years’ experience in accounting desired. Prior experience working in manufacturing or production process operations, distribution, produce or a fresh-cut/processing environment a plus.

TRAINING, SKILLS, LICENSES:

Administrative/Accounting experience is required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are needed. Proficiency with statistics is a plus. Proficient in MS Office; specifically Outlook, Word and Excel. Ability to provide accurate information and analysis in a changing environment is essential. Accuracy with figures and the ability to work efficiently and independently as well as part of a team is critical. Ability to maintain confidentiality Excellent problem-solving, analytical and evaluative skills

WORKING CONDITIONS: This position is located in an office environment with moderate to low noise levels and is typically sedentary. Daily use of a computer and phone system is necessary as is the requisite interaction with colleagues, management, teammates and fulfillment partners on various levels.

To be considered for this position please apply to: The Class Produce Group, PO Box 2003 Jessup, MD 20794, or online at www.classproduce.com