Accounting Specialist

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Depew, NY
Food • Marketing Tech • Sales
The Role

Are you a seasoned finance professional seeking a dynamic opportunity to enhance the financial operations of a thriving organization? Affinity Group Northeast is currently looking for a talented Accounting Specialist to join our team and play a pivotal role in managing the accounting functions, ensuring compliance with financial standards, and contributing to the strategic decision-making process.
This will be a hybrid role, with work from home options once the candidate is established in the role. Our office is in Depew, NY.

Responsibilities:

  • Financial Reporting:
    • Prepare and analyze periodic financial statements to accurately reflect the financial position of the organization.
    • Ensure compliance with accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
  • Budgeting and Forecasting:
    • Assist in the development and monitoring of budgets and financial forecasts.
    • Collaborate with various departments to gather relevant information for budgeting purposes.
  • Cash Flow Management:
    • Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure the organization's liquidity and financial stability.
    • Implement strategies to optimize working capital and mitigate financial risks.
  • Internal Controls:
    • Establish and maintain internal control procedures to safeguard assets and ensure the integrity of financial information.
    • Conduct regular audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls.
  • Management Accounting:
    • Provide management with timely and relevant financial information for decision-making.
    • Conduct variance analysis to explain discrepancies between budgeted and actual financial performance.
  • Audit Coordination:
    • Support external audits and liaise with auditors to ensure a smooth audit process.
    • Address any audit findings and implement corrective actions.
  • Financial Analysis:
    • Conduct financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.
  • Compliance and Regulatory Reporting:
    • Stay abreast of changes in accounting regulations and ensure the organization's compliance.
    • Prepare and submit required regulatory reports accurately and on time.
  • System Management:
    • Oversee the implementation and maintenance of accounting and financial systems.

Core Competencies:
- Communication (verbal/written)
- Governance, risk, and control
- Corporate reporting
- Sustainable management accounting
- Audit and assurance
Qualifications:
- College: B.A., B.S. is a must, MBA is preferred.
- 3+ years of experience related to finance or accounting.
General Skills:
- Proficient with QuickBooks, Office 365 (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
- Impeccable mathematical skills, with a high attention to detail.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving research skills.
- Understanding of data privacy standards.
Working Conditions:
- Hybrid remote/office position after training is complete
- Primarily office environment, Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 5 P.M.

The Company
HQ: Depew, NY
561 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2014

What We Do

From culinary support, to store-level merchandising, to sales planning and strategy, Affinity Group's experienced retail and foodservice teams can help you build Your Bridge to Success. Learn how our talented team of sales pros can help your brand today!

Operating in a collaborative environment, the Affinity Group shares our strengths, expertise, and resources to benefit our clients, customers, and our organization. We are focused on the foodservice and retail fresh food channels, helping our customers and clients succeed with highly engaged leaders and tenured top sales and culinary talent in North America.

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