Staff Accountant

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Reports To: Accounting Manager

Department / Group: Finance & Accounting

Position Type: Full-Time

Location: San Antonio, TX / Cranston, RI

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Pay / Salary Range: Glenview, IL

Travel Required: N/A

About Us:

Finlays Solutions is a leading partner to the B2B beverage manufacturing industry, recognized for its deep expertise, strong industry relationships, and commitment to innovation. The company plays a central role in supporting beverage brands, flavor houses, private label partners, and manufacturers through high-quality products, technical capabilities, and collaborative problem-solving. With a strong presence in the ready-to-drink beverage market, Finlays Solutions focuses on identifying emerging opportunities, expanding into new market spaces, and delivering solutions that meet evolving customer and consumer needs.

Finlays Solutions operates with a strong commitment to its mission, values, ethics, and long‑term goals, ensuring that every initiative reflects the company’s dedication to integrity, partnership, and sustainable success.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized individual to join our Finance & Accounting team as a Staff Accountant. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in the month-end close process, preparing financial reports, Fixed Assets and other accounting functions. The Staff Accountant will play a key role in supporting the overall financial health of the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Month-End Closing:
  • Assist in the month-end closing process, including preparing journal entries and reconciling accounts.
  • Generate financial statements and reports to support management decision-making.
• Financial Recordkeeping:
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using accounting software.
  • Record day-to-day financial transactions and ensure proper documentation.
• Account Reconciliation:
  • Reconcile bank statements, general ledger accounts, and other financial statements.
  • Investigate and resolve discrepancies or issues in a timely manner.
• Compliance:
  • Ensure compliance with relevant accounting principles, standards, and regulations.
  • Assist in the preparation of documentation for audits.
• Reporting:
  • Prepare and submit various financial reports to management and regulatory authorities.
  • Generate ad-hoc financial reports as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred, and/or 5+ years relevant experience
• 2+ years previous experience as a staff accountant or in a similar role.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems.
  • Familiarity with industry-specific accounting practices.

Physical Demands

• Ability to work beyond regularly scheduled hours during peak periods or critical operations
• Must possess adequate vision, hearing, and verbal communication skills to meet essential job performance and safety standards.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and regularly perform physical tasks such as pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing, bending, stooping, squatting, and using hands for detailed tasks

• Physically capable of performing tasks such as lifting, climbing, and using hand and power tools, including pallet jacks, scales, ladders, and standard material handling and cleaning equipment
• Capable of safely lifting up to 50 pounds frequently throughout the day; ability to handle heavier items with proper lifting equipment or team-assisted techniques to ensure safety

Work Environment

Employees must be able to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment that may include exposure to odors, dust, moderate noise levels, and fluctuations in temperature and ventilation. Work environment may involve exposure to inclement weather. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times, which may include but is not limited to: safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, gloves, hairnets, uniforms, and face shields, as required by specific job duties and safety protocols.

Quality Statement:

• Our Quality and Food Safety Management strategy is anchored by our food safety and quality culture and a two-pronged approach to “be the best” as we produce “only the best”. Every employee has a role to play in this strategy as outlined by the following:
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), allergen control, food defense, HACCP, SQF, and regulatory requirements so that we make consistently safe, quality products.
• Ensure the presence of visitors, contractors, and customers are documented on each visit in and out of the facility to maintain good manufacturing practices, allergen controls, food defense/food security and HACCP controls.
• Report all food safety and quality issues to management immediately.
• Partner with colleagues across all functions to share knowledge, skills, and information regarding quality and food safety.
• Adhere to all health and safety work practices.
• Exhibit an understanding of quality and food safety standards and be able to speak about the Finlays quality and food safety system and your role in it.
• Handle customer complaints in a timely and professional manner so that the customer is put first, always.
• Participate fully in Finlays programs that drive continuous improvement methodologies.

Any employee in doubt as to the role they play in the Finlays quality and food safety management system must reach out to the site Quality Manager or VP of Quality.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Finlays Solutions is an equal employment opportunity employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Finlays employs individuals that are 18 years of age or older.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.