Staff Accountant

Heritage Grocers Group • Ontario, CA

56d • $70,304 - $75,000

About The Position

The Staff Accountant reports to the Accounting Controller and works on assigned technical accounting research, preparation of assigned financial statements, and team projects, analyses, and tasks. The role is responsible for assigned accounts with mid-level complexity.

The position supports month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes; prepares and reviews financial results for assigned accounts; maintains reconciliations and supporting documentation; and collaborates with senior staff and operations departments. The role is based in a typical office environment, with noise ranging from quiet to loud.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in accounting, finance, or a related function.
• Exceptional quality standards, including accuracy, attention to detail, organization, and self-review skills.
• Thoughtful analysis and problem-solving, effective collaboration, and accountability for results.
• Thorough understanding of US GAAP and an intermediate-level understanding of bank reconciliations, prepaid expenses, and accrued liabilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills and intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of an ERP accounting system.

Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process for assigned accounts, including timely preparation of journal entries and research and resolution of balance sheet and P&L issues.
• Prepare and review budget-versus-actual financial results for assigned accounts.
• Manage assigned accounting and financial reporting tasks and streamline and improve the efficiency of reporting and processes.
• Regularly maintain detailed reconciliations of assigned balance sheet accounts.
• Audit, review, analyze, and verify supporting documents.
• Collaborate and communicate with senior staff and operations departments to clarify transactions, solve problems, and perform ad hoc analyses.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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