STAFF ACCOUNTANT - EDISON, NJ

Compass Group • Edison, NJ

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About The Position

The Staff Accountant provides critical financial, operational, and reconciliation support for the Market, Office Coffee Service (OCS) and Vending business units. This role is instrumental in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring cash and inventory integrity, while supporting day to day operations across warehouse, billing, and field service functions. The ideal candidate is highly detail oriented, technologically adaptable, and thrives in a fast paced, collaborative environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 3-5 years of experience in accounting, accounts payable/receivable, reconciliation, or operational support preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas and pivot tables.
• Comfort working with vending technology, credit card readers, and basic equipment troubleshooting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across warehouses, field, and administrative teams.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze data, solve problems, and work independently in a deadline driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Financial & Inventory Reconciliation
• Perform detailed warehouse and inventory reconciliations to ensure accuracy across OCS and Vending operations.
• Review, validate, and maintain financial records to support timely and accurate reporting.
• Investigate cash shortages/overages, inventory variances, and warehouse discrepancies; collaborate with operations to identify root causes and implement resolutions.
• Review client and/or 3rd party contracts to identify and interpret financial obligations.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and commitments including commissions, payment terms, etc.
• Prepare monthly journal entries, payments, and reconciliations for such contractual obligations.
• Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Support
• Create customer orders and process invoices; support accounts receivable activities including payment tracking, reconciliations, and follow up.
• Assist with accounts payable functions as needed, ensuring all transactions are properly documented and recorded in accordance with company policies.
• Pricing & Product Maintenance
• Execute and maintain product pricing updates for OCS and Vending categories, ensuring system accuracy and adherence to company standards.
• Operational Troubleshooting & Cross Functional Support
• Troubleshoot vending machines equipped with credit card readers; coordinate installations, removals, and service requests with field and technical teams.
• Partner daily with warehouse personnel, route drivers, and field operations to resolve issues related to cash handling, billing, inventory, and equipment performance.
• Administrative & Compliance Support
• Complete data entry, maintain supporting documentation, and assist with internal and external audit activities.
• Safeguard sensitive financial data and ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures.

Benefits

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program.
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).

What This Job Offers

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