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Staff Accountant

Feeser's Food Distributors

Harrisburg, PA

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Policies, Accounting Software, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Analysis Skills, Billing, Communication Skills, Conduct Studies, Corporate Policies, Cost Analysis, Data Analysis, Depreciation, Depth Perception, Diversity, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Financial Audit, Financial Metrics, Fixed Asset Management, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Healthcare, Inventory Costs, Inventory Management, Leasing, Lift/Move 20 Pounds, Local Government, Local Tax, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Office, Organizational Development/Management, Payroll Accounting, Physical Demands, Pivot Tables, Policy Development, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Regulatory Requirements, Reporting Skills, Restaurant, State Government, State Tax, Tax Planning, Tax Regulations, Training/Teaching, United States Military, Vlookups, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Harrisburg, PA
POSTED
30+ days ago
DESCRIPTION OF EMPLOYER:  Founded in 1901, Feeser’s, Inc. is a family owned and operated full-line foodservice distributor located in Harrisburg, PA servicing the Mid-Atlantic region.  Feeser’s provides an expansive offering of dry, refrigerated, and frozen products to a diverse customer base comprised of restaurants, healthcare facilities, educational facilities, and other institutions.

SUMMARY: This role is reporting directly to the Accounting Manager and responsible for day-to-day accounting activities including supporting the closing cycle, fixed asset management, inventory control management, rebates and payroll accounting, internal controls and policy and procedure maintenance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manage and monitor all accounts, ledgers and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements
• Assist in managing the month end close checklist including ensuring all activities are completed timely and routine updates are reflected for new activities or changes to existing activities
• Manage the Company’s existing accounting policies and procedures and draft new policies, where needed
• Along with the Accounting Manager, assist with the enforcement of internal controls in order to maximize protection of company assets, policies, procedures, and workflows
• Manage fixed asset inventory and tax basis for all properties as part of the Feeser’s portfolio.  This includes managing capital additions, book vs tax depreciation, maintaining separate records by property and paying routine invoices
• Maintains journal entry closing checklist and endure required documentation exists to support all journal entries, calculations, and account reconciliations
• Assist in tax planning for all Feeser’s entities incorporating any changes to existing tax regulations and Company operations/projects
• Perform state and local tax filings (monthly and quarterly) including submitting payment to respective state and local government entities
• Act as the lead back-up to rebates management, billing and accounting
• Actively assist in the bi-weekly payroll including reviewing payroll records, assisting in adjustments as necessary, and preparing payroll analytics
• Assists in the preparation and coordination of the external compilation process by providing key reports and reconciliations to the independent accountants
• Conduct training within the organization to upskill workforce on key accounting and financial matters and metrics most relevant to each department's responsibilities
• Stay up to date on latest accounting pronouncements and disseminate to relevant Company personnel
• Conducts studies and submits recommendations for improving the organization’s accounting processes and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned by Accounting Manager, which may include lease administration, inventory cost analysis, administration of capital approval process, and G/L account setup and maintenance

SKILLS REQUIRED:
• Commitment and practices high level of ethical and confidentiality standards, professionalism, and communication for long-term success. 
• Knowledgeable of GAAP and other relevant accounting standards and regulations 
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel including advanced proficiency in Excel, including the use of pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros, and data analysis tools 
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to present financial data clearly and concisely 

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: 
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting (required)
• 2+ years professional experience in accounting, auditing or tax (required)
• Experience as a user of an ERP system (preferred)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
· Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. 
· Ability to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift equipment up to 20 pounds. 
· Communicating with others to exchange information. 
· Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. 
· Must possess visual acuity, i.e., close, distance, and color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust.  


Feeser's, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualified women, minorities, and US military veterans are encouraged to apply.
 

Feeser's Food Distributors is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

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