Bookkeeper

Affinity Group • Buffalo, NY

9d • $45,000 - $52,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Bookkeeper is responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records across Affinity Group's Food Service and Retail divisions. Reporting to the Vice President of Finance, this role handles day-to-day bookkeeping functions, supports month-end close, and ensures that financial data is organized, reconciled, and ready for reporting. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-moving sales and brokerage environment.

Requirements

• 2+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks (Desktop or Online) or similar accounting software.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, basic formulas).
• Solid understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger processes.
• High attention to detail and accuracy; ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-first mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Experience with food brokerage, distributor, or multi-division accounting environments.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices, expense reports, and check requests accurately and on time.
• Record and apply customer payments; follow up on outstanding receivables.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies with internal teams and external partners.
• Maintain the general ledger; post journal entries weekly.
• Reconcile bank, credit card, and balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.
• Support the month-end and year-end close process by preparing schedules and variance analyses.
• Assist with payroll processing and reconciliation.
• Review and process employee expense reports in accordance with company policy.
• Maintain accurate records for both the Food Service and Retail divisions, keeping accounts properly coded and segmented.
• Work closely with the sales, operations, and brokerage teams to resolve coding questions and support vendor or customer inquiries.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• A collaborative, supportive team culture with opportunities for growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree