Staff Accountant

Job Summary:

This position has the responsibility for recording, tracking, and reporting the majority of inventory and financial information for Watershed Foods. This position works with our Plant Controller to ensure that all information needed to complete the monthly financial reports is received on time. Any other cost reduction projects as well as general accounting functions fall under this position.

Key Responsibilities:

Preform and manage all monthly account reconciliations

Prepare monthly, quarterly and year-end close entries, schedules and financial reports

Draft monthly financials statements (profit & loss, balance sheet and statement of cash flows)
Prepare quarterly reports for pricing and Board of Directors’ Meetings Weekly cash/liquidity reporting

Monthly bank reconciliations and loan amortization schedules

Prepare monthly accruals

Maintain applicable policies and procedures

Maintain project lists and provide budget to actual reports

Maintain routine inventory counts and dispositions

Prepare inventory tracking spreadsheets

Set up new items and bills of materials in the ERP system

Serve as assist admin for the ERP system and provide support for other users

Assist Accounting Manager Serve as back-up for Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable Skills &

Qualifications:

Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Experience with general ledger functions

Experience with Aptean (ERP system) or similar software solution

Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Self-motivated and able balance multiple tasks/priorities

Experience in Microsoft Office Suite (primarily Excel, Word, Outlook)
Handling sensitive or confidential information with honesty and integrity

Degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant degree1-3 years of accounting experience

Additional certification (CPA and/or CMA) preferred, but not required