Staff Accountant

Posted 25 Days Ago
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Winchester, VA, USA
In-Office
Junior
Food
The Role
The Staff Accountant is responsible for maintaining financial records, preparing reports, managing accounts payable and receivable, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulations.
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Company Description

FOODMatch is supporting the search for a Staff Accountant to join FOODSource, our manufacturing company based in Winchester, Virginia. FOODSource specializes in the manufacturing and co-packing of specialty foods for retail, industrial, and food service clients, partnering with customers to create innovative flavor solutions and high-quality food products

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing timely reports, and ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal controls. This role is an integral part of the day-to-day accounting operations and will provide essential support to senior management.

Founded in 1996, FOODMatch is a producer and importer of Mediterranean specialty foods focused on olives, antipasti, spreads, and ingredients. Together, FOODMatch and FOODSource combine product innovation, responsible sourcing, and manufacturing expertise to create authentic, great-tasting foods that support both our customers and communities.

Job Description

  • General Ledger & Reconciliation: Prepare and post journal entries, maintain the general ledger, and perform monthly balance sheet and bank reconciliations, researching and resolving any discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Financial Reporting: Assist in the month-end and year-end closing processes and help prepare accurate internal and external financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
  • Inventory and Cost Accounting: Track, value, and analyze all inventory and associated costs, provide crucial data for profitability analysis, pricing, and efficiency improvements, and manage year-end physical inventory count and audit.
  • Accounts Payable & Receivable: Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, which may include processing invoices, tracking vendor payments, and managing client billing and collections to ensure proper cash flow management.
  • Auditing & Compliance: Prepare documentation and schedules for internal and external audits and ensure all financial procedures comply with federal, state, and local regulations and company policies.
  • Tax Assistance: Assist with the preparation of information for tax filings and returns (e.g., sales tax, 1099s).
  • Analysis & Improvement: Conduct basic financial analysis, such as budget vs. actual variance analysis, to identify trends or discrepancies and recommend improvements to accounting procedures.
  • Asset Management: Track and manage fixed assets and calculate associated depreciation schedules.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 1-3 years of professional accounting experience, preferably in food processing or manufacturing industry.
  • Experience with large payroll processing system (e.g., ISolved, ADP, Paychex).

Technical Skills

  • Experience with Sage 50, Quickbooks, NetSuite or similar accounting software is a plus.
  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills to include pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.
  • Solid understanding of GAAP and other accounting standards.

Soft Skills

  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet strict deadlines.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information

FoodSource VA, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), paid time off, etc.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 1-3 years of professional accounting experience.
  • Experience with large payroll processing system.
  • Experience with accounting software like Sage 50, Quickbooks, or NetSuite.
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The Company
HQ: New York, NY
93 Employees
Year Founded: 1996

What We Do

Through the hands of our growers, we create great tasting, responsibly produced authentic foods that nurture community and enhance your quality of life. FOODMatch is a specialty food manufacturer and importer of global specialty foods spanning 14 countries and 5 continents. Originating from culinary-rich locations such as Greece, France, Italy, Spain, USA, Morocco, Peru and South Africa, our 500+ catalog of items each offer a distinct advantage in quality, packaging and value. We supply dry, perishable and frozen products that are innovative, responsibly produced and all-natural. FOODMatch operates through either joint manufacturing ventures for company owned brands or exclusive distribution agreements with innovative manufacturers who have the long-term commitment, desire, and capacity to build a strong franchise for their brands in the U.S. and Canada. FOODMatch leverages its strategic industry alliances and strong relationships with importers, regional distributors, retail chains, multi-unit foodservice chains, and independent end-users to launch and build our brands. We achieve product placement in the highest profile retail and foodservice venues, providing a national showcase for our brands and products. FOODMatch also supplies industrial and private label customers. To learn more about FOODMatch, please visit us on the web at www.foodmatch.com or give us a call at (212) 244-5050.

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