Staff Accountant II
Under the direction of the Accounting Director, the Staff Accountant II will generate and interpret financial statements, apply principles of accounting to prepare financial reports and analyze financial data.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Maintains General Ledger accounts by verifying, posting, and reconciling transactions
- Assists with financial quarter-close activities, procedures, journal entries and account reconciliations in compliance with deadlines set by leadership
- Investigates and analyzes inconsistencies in financial entries, then coordinates with other departments to gather information necessary to determine proper adjustments
- Performs analysis and calculations to ensure accuracy of allocations, accruals, prepaid expenses, and inventory
- Performs research and analysis on State of Wisconsin sales tax regulations to maintain the company's tax compliance; communicates and coordinates all necessary changes across departments
- Leads review and maintenance of assets within Sage Fixed Asset System and reviews expenses for capitalization
- Assists with annual financial audit, including preparation of workpapers and financial statements
- Responsible for maintenance of internal controls through policies and procedures
- Ability to identify and create best practice procedures for accounting activities by recommending and implementing process improvements
- Maintain confidentiality of conversations and documents
- Contributes to special projects, as assigned, including providing back up to other positions within the Finance Team
- Regular, timely attendance in compliance with the work schedule, and adequate notice to find a replacement for occasional absences
- This list of responsibilities may not be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as needed
Qualifications :
3+ years of accounting experience.Associates degree in Accounting or Finance required; Bachelor's degree preferredStrong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting PrinciplesSelf-starter with high level of professionalismStrong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with all positions and departmentsAbility to effectively manage time and complete multiple tasks, while continually meeting critical deadlines and responding to changing prioritiesDemonstrates exceptional analytical skills, with the ability to exercise good judgment and make decisions based on accurate, timely analysisProficiency with Microsoft Office products with an emphasis in ExcelExperience with Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains preferredPhysical Demands And Work Environment
Ability to stand, walk, sit for extended periods of timeAbility to work independently and in a team environmentBending, stretching, and occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs. is requiredProfessional presence and proper phone etiquette are requiredWork Schedule
The Staff Accountant is a full-time position. Some evening and / or weekend hours may be required. Travel up to 10% of the time to our Onalaska or Green Bay Support Office and / or store locations.
Benefits Overview
Why You'll Love It Here :
Associate Discount : Enjoy an industry-leading 15% off your grocery purchases for you and your immediate household!Weekly Pay & Premium Pay : Hourly associates are paid weekly, providing more frequent access to their funds. Part-time store associates are paid a $1 premium per hour on Sundays and select holidays. Hourly full-time store associates receive time and a half on Sundays and select holidays.Two-Week Advanced Scheduling : Better Planning. Better Balance. We provide our associates with their schedules two weeks in advance, offering greater predictability & flexibility.Vision & Dental Insurance : Part-time and full-time associates are eligible for vision insurance and two dental coverage options that are designed to fit your needs.Support : Our associates receive support for their total well-being; including 3 weeks of paid parental leave, a fitness reimbursement program offering savings off of fitness membership fees; our EAP (Employee Assistance Program) and LEAPCare Care Coaches, which provide associates confidential care related to hospital visitation, conflict resolution, stress management, marriage or divorce, family issues and depression or anxiety.Save for Your Future : Offering both a 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan, we're proud to support our associates in planning for retirement by offering two retirement savings plans. The 401(k) plan empowers associates to save a portion of their paychecks for retirement. Festival Foods has an annual discretionary match to help our associates reach their savings goals. Our ESOP is a retirement plan above and beyond a 401(k) plan that gives associates "free" ownership in the company and an opportunity to share in Festival's growth and success.