Accountant 1, Tax

As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. A distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family® portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states.

Our braggingly happy team members — ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists — create braggingly happy customers spanning national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and the Company’s own brick-and-mortar grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers.

Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!

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Salary: $50,000 - $65,000

Benefits: Excellent benefits package, including 2+ weeks PTO and 7 paid holidays. Eligible for healthcare (single and family) first of the month following date of hire. 401(k) plan with employer match available. Employer paid Life Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability. Paid Parental Leave after six months.

Position Summary:

This role supports the day-to-day execution of cigarette and tobacco tax compliance processes, with a strong focus on transactional data, reconciliations, and coordination with operations and third-party providers. The position is well-suited for candidates with experience in warehouse accounting, inventory accounting, or operational finance who are looking to expand into tax.

Here’s what you’ll do: 

• Compile and provide sales and inventory data to external provider for preparation of cigarette and tobacco tax returns.

• Retrieve data from external systems/portals and prepare monthly journal entries to record cigarette and tobacco business activity.

• Process and submit tobacco tax payments not handled by third-party providers, ensuring deadlines are met.

• Perform monthly reconciliations of cigarette and tobacco sales and activity for warehouse locations; investigate and resolve variances.

• Prepare and submit tax reclaim filings across multiple states, following established procedures.

• Track and apply state-specific cigarette and tobacco tax rules to ensure accurate reporting and payments.

• Assist with state tax audits by gathering documentation and responding to information requests.

• Review and respond to state tax notices; follow up with state agencies as needed to resolve discrepancies.

• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed. 

Here’s what you’ll need: 

• Bachelor’s Degree (Required) in Accounting, Finance, or another related field. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered.  

• Two years Accountant experience preferred.  

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.  

• Strong organization and analytical skills; attention to detail and ability to multi-task and prioritize.  

• Experience working with transactional data, reconciliations, or inventory systems.

• Familiarity with journal entries and month-end close processes.

• Exposure to multi-state operations or indirect tax is a plus, but not required.

• Working knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

• Strong skills in MS office (Access, Excel, Word).  

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
May be required to lift and/or move 20 pounds. The associate is frequently required to sit/stand/walk. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to a typical office environment and is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions. Temperatures may vary for those subject to any of the following areas: computer/server room, print shop, production area). The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but may be high in distribution settings. Travel requirements vary by assignment.

As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans. 

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.