Staff Accountant

Advantage Sales and Marketing LLC (ASM) is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. ASM services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.

Job Purpose

The Staff Accountant (SA) assists in preparation of general ledger entries in conformity with General Accepted Accounting principles for assigned offices within designated region.

Job Responsibilities

General Ledger and Accounting Cycle Ensure accurate financial results by preparing the financial data for the closing of the monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting cycles.

Document financial transactions by entering account information into General Ledger to include; revenue and accounts receivable entry and general ledger reclassifications.

Financial Data Analysis

Protect the Company’s financial assets by reconciling the company’s bank accounts to the General ledger and preparing journal entries Summarize current financial status by collecting information preparing spreadsheets and reports.

Substantiate financial transactions by assisting with preparation of quarterly reconciliations.

Perform expense report tracking administration (Concur) including; audit of reports on a as needed basis.

Prepare Trade or Miscellaneous Receivable Invoices Assist with maintaining regional accounting records by complying with the company records retention policy.

Job Requirements

Education Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent job-related experience.

Experience

Minimum 1 - 3 years of experience in Accounting or equivalent job-related experience.

Skills & Competencies

Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

Excellent time-management skills with demonstrated ability to work with multiple projects and deadlines.

Good oral and written communication skills.

Advantage Sales & Marketing, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer