Accountant I at SpartanNash

Byron Center, Michigan, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Food Distribution, Retail, Supply ChainIndustries

Bachelor’s Degree (Required) in Accounting or Finance or another related field. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered
One year of Accountant/Accounting experience strongly preferred
Good written and verbal communication skills
Good organization and analytical skills; attention to detail and ability to multi-task and prioritize
General knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Proficient in MS Office (Access, Excel, Word)
Physical ability to lift and/or move 20 pounds; frequently required to sit/stand/walk in a typical office environment

Perform general ledger maintenance including journal entries, coding invoices, account analysis and reconciliation, setting up new accounts, and assisting with the accounting close process in a timely and accurate manner, in accordance with GAAP
Assist in preparing financial statements including monthly balance sheet, income statement, and reports on changes in financial position/budget variances; maintain related records
Assist with reviewing assigned operating budgets, research and explain variances; assist in the preparation of budgets used in measuring, planning, and controlling business operations for management review
Consult and/or educate associates and management on financial statements and reports; participate in research to assist with identifying and resolving business issues
Review work of accounting clerks engaged in general accounting activities
Maintain current knowledge of legal regulations, industry trends, and best accounting practices; make recommendations to improve current programs and processes to ensure company compliance
Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed