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Staff Accountant

Whitsons Culinary Group • Islandia, NY • 13h ago

Staff Accountant

Islandia, NY, USA

Requisition Number

15119

Location

Corporate Accounting-00102

Job Description

SUMMARY:

The Staff Accountant plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the accounting department. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records through account analysis, reconciliations, and journal entries. The Staff Accountant ensures the integrity of financial data by researching and resolving discrepancies, assisting with financial reporting, and supporting compliance with internal policies and accounting standards. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and committed to maintaining high standards of accuracy and accountability in financial operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

General Accounting Operations

Prepare and post journal entries for daily and monthly transactions

Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts

Reconcile bank and credit card statements on a weekly and monthly basis

Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processing

Monitor and maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules

Maintain accurate and complete financial records in compliance with company policies, GAAP, and regulatory requirements.

Reporting & Analysis

Assist in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes

Support the preparation of internal and external financial reports

Provide variance analysis and insights on key financial trends

Help prepare audit schedules and financial documentation for external auditors

Policy, Process, & Compliance

Follow all accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.

Partner with auditors and internal stakeholders to support audit and compliance activities.

Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and external regulatory requirements

Participate in the development and documentation of accounting procedures and policies

Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and systems

Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and explanations

Maintain financial security by adhering to internal controls

Other Contributions

Support special projects, system upgrades, and process improvement initiatives as assigned.

Work closely with other accounting staff to ensure cross-team support and alignment.

General Support

Take on additional responsibilities or interim assignments as business needs evolve.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Dine Central

Great Plains

Other tools & systems used

Requirements

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred in Accounting.

Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.

Skills & Experience

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Strong computer literacy: preferred experience with ERP automation systems.

Proven organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and integrity.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams.

Other Requirements

Must complete all Whitsons and other mandated training as required.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

Supervisor

Carmella M Nudo

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