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Staff Accountant

Kaps Wholesale Food Services, Inc

1300 Maple Street, Detroit, MI, USA$30 - $40/hr2 months ago
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Benefits

Dental & Vision401kRetirement Plan

Job Type

full time

Description

The Staff Accountant will assist in maintaining accurate financial records for the organization, including tracking assets, liabilities, revenue, expenses, and inventory-related activity. This role supports monthly close activities and collaborates closely with Accounting, Operations, and Sales teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.


Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Maintains and updates the general ledger by preparing and posting journal entries.
  • Assists with month-end close, including preparing balance sheet and income statement support schedules.
  • Reconciles bank accounts, credit cards, and selected balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.
  • Reviews, codes, and processes invoices to ensure expenses are recorded accurately and timely.
  • Supports accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, including research and resolution of discrepancies.
  • Assists in reconciling revenue, cost of goods sold, and inventory-related accounts.
  • Collaborates with warehouse and operations teams to verify inventory adjustments, credits, and returns.
  • Prepares and maintains financial reports as requested by the Controller.
  • Assists with audit preparation by gathering documentation and supporting schedules.
  • Maintains organized accounting files and documentation in accordance with company practices.
  • Communicates accounting-related changes or issues to appropriate internal teams.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
  • Working knowledge of general accounting principles and procedures.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, and accounting software.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience using AFS accounting software or a comparable ERP/accounting system required.
  • Ability to analyze discrepancies and follow through to resolution.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field preferred.
  • Minimum of two years of related accounting experience required.
  • Distribution, manufacturing, or inventory-based accounting experience a plus.

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Employment with Kaps is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and, where applicable, a drug screening. By applying for this position, applicants acknowledge and consent to these screenings in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401k w/ match

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Skills

excelfinancial reportingmonth end closeaccounts payableaccounts receivablegeneral ledger