Accounting Associate

Accounting Associate – Canteen North America

Salary: $19.00 - $21.00

Other Compensation: bonus opportunities

The Accounting Assistant provides financial, operational, and reconciliation support for both the OCS and Vending business units. This role is responsible for warehouse reconciliation, AP/AR support, pricing updates, variance review, and troubleshooting issues related to billing, cash handling, inventory, and equipment. Strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and effective communication with operations teams are essential.

• Perform warehouse reconciliation and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Create customer orders, process invoices, and support Accounts Receivable.
• Review financial records, validate data, and ensure timely reporting.
• Investigate and resolve cash overage/shortage variances and warehouse discrepancies.
• Complete pricing updates for OCS and Vending products as needed.
• Troubleshoot vending machines with credit card readers; coordinate installs and removals.
• Collaborate with warehouses, route drivers, and field operations to resolve issues.
• Assist with data entry, documentation, and audit preparation.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to financial controls and company procedures.

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred; relevant experience considered.
• 1–3 years of accounting, AP/AR, reconciliation, or operational support experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (basic formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Comfortable working with vending technology, credit card readers, and basic machine troubleshooting.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance / AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed remotely,  for paid time off benefits information.

Canteen maintains a drug‑free workplace.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Req : 1480569