Senior Accountant 2022

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Harrisburg, PA, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Food
The Role
The Senior Accountant supports general ledger close activities, financial statement preparation, reconciliations, fixed assets, inventory controls, cash flow statements, tax and compliance reporting, budgeting, and internal controls. The role analyzes sales margins, operating expenses, and budget variances; manages commission setup; prepares management reports; supports external accountants; and recommends accounting process improvements.
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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-day-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 

  • Lead the fixed asset process by recording acquisitions and disposals, maintaining asset records, calculating depreciation, reconciling the fixed asset subledger to the general ledger, and ensuring compliance with company accounting policies. 

  • 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 

  • Administer customer rebate programs, including calculating monthly, quarterly, and annual rebates, reconciling balances, and preparing supporting reports.  Coordinate with the sales team to ensure compliance with rebate agreements and timely payment processing. 

  • Act as the lead back-up to vendor rebate management, billing and accounting 

  • Perform monthly and quarterly reconciliation of investment accounts, ensuring balances, earnings, transactions, and valuations are accurately recorded and reconciled to statements and the general ledger. 

  • 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 departments 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) 

  • 5+ years professional experience in accounting, auditing or tax (required) 

  • Experience as a user of an ERP system (preferred) 

  • CPA license or actively pursuing licensure (preferred) 

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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or equivalent education and experience
  • At least 2 years of professional accounting experience with relevant experience or training
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
  • Expanded knowledge of accounting fields and practices
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
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The Company
HQ: Harrisburg, PA
140 Employees
Year Founded: 1901

What We Do

What began in 1901 as a small local produce company in downtown Harrisburg, has grown into a large food distribution company employing hundreds of central Pennsylvania residents. Still family owned and operated, Feeser’s is now located on over 20 acres including 275,000 square feet of warehouse facilities with cooler, freezer and dry storage capabilities.,with service in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. For over 100 years, Feeser's and its employees have committed themselves to making customer service their highest priority.

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