Accountant II

SpartanNash • Byron Center, MI

11d • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. A distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family® portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states.
Our braggingly happy team members — ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists — create braggingly happy customers spanning national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and the Company’s own brick-and-mortar grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers.
Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (Required) in Accounting, Finance, or another related field. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organization and analytical skills; attention to detail and ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Working knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Strong skills in MS office (Access, Excel, Word).

Nice To Haves

• Two years Accountant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for accounts payable or general ledger maintenance to include (as applicable): maintenance of accounts payable, journal entries and accruals, account analysis and reconciliation, requesting set up of new accounts and assisting with accounting close process in a timely and accurate manner, and maintaining related records.
• Research and resolve any issues that arise.
• Prepare financial statements to include the monthly balance sheet and income statement; provide analysis and explanations of accounts, and report on changes in financial position/budget variances.
• Assist with audits and provide additional support to the finance function (i.e., board and/or period reporting) as requested.
• Review and analyze assigned accounts, research and explain variances and run ad hoc reports as requested; make recommendation to management based on findings.
• May assist in the preparation of budgets used in measuring, planning, and controlling business operations and provide for management review.
• Consult and/or educate associates and management on financial statements and reports; provide analysis and research to assist with identifying and resolving business issues.
• May review work of accounting clerks or entry level accountants engaged in general accounting activities.
• Provide timely customer service and respond to inquiries and questions from internal (various functional groups) and external contacts (i.e., auditors, vendors, etc.).
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Benefits

• As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.
• SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level