What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Accountant position at Leedstone?
Leedstone in Melrose, MN is actively seeking a detail-oriented and organized General Accountant to join our team. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our company’s financial records and will manage and maintain the general ledger, prepare financial reports, reconcile accounts, and assist in ensuring compliance with financial regulations and internal controls. This individual will often collaborate with other departments and provide support during audits.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain and reconcile the general ledger accounts, ensuring accurate and timely entries.
- Post journal entries and ensure proper documentation and approval.
- Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
- Prepare and review accruals, prepayments, and adjustments to ensure accurate reporting.
- Perform periodic reconciliations of bank statements, intercompany accounts, and other balance sheet accounts.
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies or variances in financial records.
- Prepare financial statements, management reports, and analysis as needed.
- Assist in generating reports for regulatory filings, tax preparation, and audits.
- Collaborate with internal and external auditors by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
- Ensure compliance with audit requirements and implement recommendations where applicable.
- Adhere to accounting principles, company policies, and relevant financial regulations (e.g., GAAP, IFRS).
- Support the development and maintenance of internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure financial accuracy.
- Identify opportunities for automating and streamlining accounting processes.
- Participate in system upgrades and integration efforts related to financial systems.
- Work closely with other departments to ensure accurate and timely financial information.
Education/Experience:
- Minimum of 2-year degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2–5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in general ledger accounting or financial reporting.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Acumatica, QuickBooks, Peachtree).
- Advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and standards (GAAP/IFRS).
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Schedule: Full-time; Monday – Friday.
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, and start with 3 weeks of paid time off.
Company Overview: Leedstone is a unique and growing business, headquartered in Melrose, MN. With branches in Glencoe, MN; Plainview, MN; Sparta, WI; and Menomonie, WI, we are in the heart of the dairy industry and strive to help keep families on the farm. We have more than 30,000 different products in inventory to serve the needs of the dairy and beef industries; providing animal health products (including pharmaceuticals and over-the-counter medication); dairy and sanitation supplies; and installation and service of milking equipment, including automated systems. We are a trusted dealer for GEA, Lely, Mueller Refrigeration, AIC Waikato, and BECO milking equipment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Accounting: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000 - $60,000
