Staff Accountant

Job Description:

The Staff Accountant is responsible for managing the accounting department as well as many other aspects of the company in order to assist the Corporate Controller in providing timely and accurate financial data, while demonstrating a high level of professionalism.  Expereince in the Food and Beverage Industry Highly desired.

Responsible For:

· Overseeing the accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll departments

· Assisting with the financial monthly close

· Assisting with inventory management

· Product line pricing

· Preparing monthly bank reconciliations

· Approving ACH/wire payments

· Approving weekly & semi-monthly payrolls

· Approving purchase order requisitions

· Approving expense reports

· ERP systems management and reporting

· Updating and implementing processes and procedures

· 401k administration

· Assisting with general and group insurance

· Internal and external audits

· Maintaining orderly filing system for general journals and other accounting documents in accordance with the file retention policy

· Assisting with related special projects, as required

Minimum Training, Education and Experience Requirements:

· Associates/Bachelor’s degree required

· Minimum 5 years experience necessary

· Experience using Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains or similar software is preferred

· Intermediate knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office including Excel and Outlook is necessary

· Able to effectively interface with internal and external customers

· Must be able to handle confidential information with maximum discretion

· Able to understand business principles and apply them accordingly

· Able to work independently and on a team within a fast-paced environment

· Demonstrate good judgment while managing projects, multi-tasking, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines with a sense of urgency

· Detail-oriented, organized, efficient, and proactive

· Excellent interpersonal/presentation skills

· Excellent written/verbal communication skills

· High level of accountability and flexibility

· High level of self-confidence, professional grooming and demeanor, positive, self-starter and high degree of emotional stamina

· Open and willing to receive and give constructive critique

· Strong analytical and quantitative skills

Travel to other Wright Group locations will be required.

Behavior Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, the individual must demonstrate the following competencies:

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in-group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.

Attendance/Punctuality- Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job:

Corporate office environment/ manufacturing plant

Ability to interface with a variety of personnel on a day-to-day basis

Travel to other Wright Group locations

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Depending on Experience

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lafayette, LA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
• Ability to travel to other company locations

Experience:

• Microsoft Dynamics GP: 5 years (Preferred)
• Corporate accounting: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPA -desired

Willingness to travel on occassion