What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at The Food Source International, Inc.?
The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting the Finance & Accounting department’s day-to-day function as well as month end close. In this role you will be actively involved in every step of the accounting process. This is a great opportunity to gain new experience with a growing business. Ideal candidates must be willing to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that is rapidly growing and must be highly organized, flexible, able to retain information, and balance various responsibilities while identifying and working with others to solve problems.
Position Purpose
- Produces and manages balance sheets and profit and loss statements.
- Assists with management of accounting, auditing, and budgeting within the organization.
- Assists with preparations for reviews
- Works to reconcile accounting inaccuracies or imbalances, including monthly reconciliations and analysis of general ledger accounts
- Ensures compliance with and prepare reports according to applicable government regulations.
- Uses accounting software to maintain records and prepare reports.
- Identifies areas of opportunity for improvement and develop new processes.
- Contributes to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
- Support most aspects of accounting management (billing, tax forms, reporting etc.)
- Assist in the formulation of internal controls and policies to comply with legislation and established best practices
- Assist in the preparation of financial statements in compliance with official guidelines and requirements
- Manage journal entries, invoices etc. and reconcile accounts for the monthly or annual closing
- Help in development of reports for management or regulatory bodies
- Utilize accounting IT system to facilitate processes and maintain records
- Identifying Solutions to discrepancies in financial records
- Must have following qualifications and skills to perform job functions:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Highly skilled in math, accounting, and financial processes
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Detail oriented and highly organized
- Skilled in time management and the ability to prioritize tasks
- Excellent critical thinking skills
- Solid understanding of GAAP and applicable regulations
- Curiosity to understand the “Why”
*Denotes food safety responsibilities
Collaborates with:
- Operations
- Accounting
- R&D
- Quality
- Sales/Customer Service
About the Company:
The Food Source International Inc. is a technical ingredient company with a pulse on what is next. Founded in 1997, we prioritize quality, clean, and safe ingredients and seasonings that provide unique solutions to technical challenges that food processors face. Our passion for improving taste, wholesomeness, and health in food is at our core. We have increased our customer base by hiring creative, forward thinking team members who are extremely customer centric. Our customers are our business. Want to learn more? Check out our website at: www.foodsourceinc.com
TFSI Core Values:
Collaborative Teamwork
We all play a role in the company’s success. We collaborate every day to do our part to support each other. Authentic, respectful, and inclusive conversations support our personal and professional growth. Communication happens daily, great ideas come from everyone, and this supports autonomy in our work.
Customer Centric
Each person at TFS plays a role in driving an agile business that helps to serve our customers. We value relationships of our employees, customers, and vendors. We collaborate to meet or exceed our customer’s needs.
Accountability
We are responsible for sourcing quality products that are cost-effective, and we deliver them accurately and timely. We hold each other accountable to service the customer.
Creativity
The way it has always been, is not the way it has to be. Whether it is people, process, or product, relevant innovation and curiosity in all aspects drives our motivation.
Passion
Food is our passion. The integrity in our communication and service drives our passion to ensure safe quality ingredients and seasonings.
The Food Source International offers the following benefits to full time employees:
HEALTH, VISION, DENTAL · 401(K) · PAID VACATION/PTO/HOLIDAYS · TUITION REIMBURSEMENT· WELLNESS ACTIVITIES THROUGHOUT THE YEAR
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday-Office hours 8:30-5:00- Hybrid schedule available.
Salary: $70-$80K- Pay based on experience
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by the law.
Department: Accounting
Reports To: VP of Finance
Backup: Controller, Accounts Payable Manager, Accounts Receivable Manager, Inventory Clerk
Education Requirements: BS/BA in accounting, finance or relevant field required and CPA, preferred
Work Experience Requirements: At least 2-4 years of experience in accounting; proven experience in an accounting role
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Ability to review fine details and communicate effectively.
- Ability to observe details at close range.
- Ability to communicate information and ideas so others understand.
- Strong retention, attention to detail, and ability to
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000