Staff Accountant

Company: Performance Foodservice
Location: Nashville
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

The Accountant will support the finance and accounting for PFG locations as assigned. Perform month-end close activities, analyze and verify financial information, and prepare internal financial reports. Provide information to the field regarding accounting practices and procedures. Reconcile and review certain general ledger accounts. Apply accounting knowledge to lead groups on projects. Work internally with employees at all levels in the organization. External contacts may include vendors, and banks internal and external auditors as needed. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.Compile and analyze financial information used in month end entries.Prepare and/or review detailed journal entries.Prepare and/or review balance sheet reconciliations.Prepare and record month-end accruals.Prepare and publish internal daily and month-end reporting.Prepare reports and make recommendations that aid management in in decision making. Provide recommendations for process improvements.Ensure compliance with accounting and reporting deadlines. Maintain and/or lead established moderately complex accounting projects as assigned by management.Performs other related duties as assigned.BenefitsCompensationRange from 40,000 to 60,000 depending on experienceRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience in related field 1+ years of experience in general ledger accounting Thorough understanding and application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Demonstrated oral/written communication, interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills Demonstrated computer and analytical skills Demonstrated ability to analyze financial information General ledger accounting system experience Demonstrated ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects/tasks in a changing environment Self-motivated with ability to work under and meet strict deadlines individually as well as in a team environment Knowledge and understanding of internal control environment High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and a working knowledge of Microsoft Access Ability to work flexible hours as requiredPreferred Qualifications Public accounting experience is a plus AS400, IBM Cognos and exposure to inventory management systems or other major ERP solutions a plus Be aware of SOX requirements and maintain compliance with key controls related to accounting duties Participation in process improvement initiativesDivisionPerformance FoodserviceJob CategoryFinanceReq Number61977BREEO StatementPerformance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the " Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.Address Line 15262 Air Park Blvd SouthStateTennesseeLocationPerformance Hale (0675)

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