SENIOR STAFF ACCOUNTANT
About The Position
Maryland Distributing Partners (MDP) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our growing accounting team. This position will play a key role in the daily financial operations of a multi-company beverage distribution organization. The successful candidate will oversee core accounting functions, ensure the accuracy of financial records, supervise transactional accounting personnel, and support month-end and year-end close activities. This position offers a clearly defined career path with opportunities to assume increasing responsibility in financial reporting, budgeting, ERP implementation, internal controls, and leadership as the organization continues to grow.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
- 3–7 years of progressive accounting experience.
- Strong understanding of general ledger accounting.
- Experience with month-end close.
- Knowledge of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll processes.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Excellent analytical and organizational abilities.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
Nice To Haves
- Supervisory experience.
- Experience with ERP systems.
- Experience in distribution, manufacturing, or wholesale industries.
- A proactive problem solver who enjoys improving processes.
- Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
- Able to build strong working relationships across departments.
- Interested in developing into a future accounting leader.
Responsibilities
- Maintain the integrity of the general ledger across multiple operating companies.
- Prepare and post journal entries.
- Perform account reconciliations and investigate variances.
- Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
- Support the preparation of internal financial statements and management reports.
- Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
- Assist with external audit requests and annual financial reporting.
- Supervise the Accounts Payable function.
- Ensure vendor invoices are processed accurately and timely.
- Monitor payment schedules and cash requirements.
- Review vendor reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
- Improve AP processes and internal controls.
- Supervise Accounts Receivable personnel.
- Monitor customer collections and aging reports.
- Review account reconciliations.
- Assist with credit management and customer account issues.
- Work with sales leadership to improve collection performance.
- Supervise payroll processing and ensure timely, accurate payroll.
- Review payroll reports for completeness and accuracy.
- Ensure compliance with payroll tax and wage regulations.
- Assist with payroll reconciliations and year-end reporting.
- Provide day-to-day leadership and guidance to AP, AR, and Payroll team members.
- Develop and document accounting procedures.
- Identify opportunities to improve workflow efficiency through automation and technology.
- Participate in ERP enhancements and financial system improvements.
- Maintain strong internal controls and compliance with company policies.
- Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting.
- Support cash management activities.
- Participate in special projects and acquisitions.
- Perform other accounting duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
