Staff Accountant

SUMMARY/PURPOSE:

Perform general accounting for the AG corporate stores. Compile financial information, processes journal entries into various accounts, reconcile accounts and prepare related reports.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Prepare, review and approve accounting transactions that are both recurring and non-recurring using established accounting principles and practices.
• Records, classifies and summarizes financial transactions in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
• General ledger posting of banking and payroll activity for multiple accounts and locations.
• Monthly bank reconciliations on multiple bank accounts.
• Reconciles and adjusts specific area of accounting assigned and prepares related reports. Advises management of issues and prepares interpretations of accounts.
• Interprets financial transactions and events for users who must make economic or management decisions.
• Applies a working knowledge of applicable laws and regulations; verifies documents for completeness and for compliance.
• Recommend, assist in the development, and implement improvements or revisions in the accounting system, methods, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.
  
  

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field plus 3-5 years related work experience or equivalent
• Proficiency in the use of software applications, spreadsheets, databases and word processing required.

REPORTING TO THIS POSITION: None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• No or very limited physical effort required.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

WHY WE'RE A GREAT PLACE TO WORK:

As a retailer-owned wholesale cooperative, Associated Grocers Northeast is dedicated to the success of its members and committed to serving the needs of independent grocers. We achieve our mission through integrity, a supportive employee environment, concern for the communities we serve, efficient and innovative operations, and a commitment to excellence. AGNE is recognized in New Hampshire as the employer of choice. We attract great people, with great passion working for a great purpose. Employees who build a career at AGNE enjoy:

• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• Health savings account with employer contribution
• 401K match
• Profit sharing program
• Flexible spending account
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee purchase program
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Vacation time off
• Paid holidays/personal/sick days
• Computer purchase program
• Volunteerism policy
• Well-being program with incentives
• Committee Participation
• And more!

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