Staff Accountant

Weis Markets•Sunbury, PA

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Accountant prepares journal entries and reconciliations for approval by the Accounting Manager and supports internal and external financial reporting. The role assists with system implementations and testing, prepares analyses for management and external auditors, maintains procedure documentation, and responds to vendor and associate questions while helping reconcile and audit company records. The associate investigates discrepancies, recommends resolutions, prepares and distributes reports, contributes to assigned company projects, cross-trains in multiple department positions, and develops reporting as needed. The position has no current supervisory responsibilities. It is located in Sunbury, Pennsylvania, with an opportunity for hybrid remote work after an evaluation based on department expectations.

Requirements

A four-year degree in accounting from an accredited college or university is preferred; other business degrees are considered.
For Senior Staff Accountant criteria: 3 or more years of experience in an accounting field.
Previous experience as a staff accountant is preferred.
Ability to identify financial issues and propose resolutions to management.
Ability to operate and lead the department in the manager's absence.
Ability to act as a role model and provide guidance to staff accountants and clerical staff.
Advanced spreadsheet, database, and computer knowledge.
Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; and present information in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Mathematical ability to perform basic arithmetic, compute rates, ratios, and percentages, and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to instructions and address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to pass a drug test.
Commitment to customer service for internal and external customers.
Ability to preserve confidentiality and demonstrate initiative in understanding process flows and internal controls.
Ability and willingness to work with purpose and urgency; maintain accuracy, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and projects, manage multiple projects, and meet strict time frames and deadlines.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel.
Familiarity with industry and technical terms and processes.
Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor; ability to work well in an inclusive, communicative team environment.
No certifications, licenses, or registrations are required.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a staff accountant.
A four-year accounting degree from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

Prepare journal entries and reconciliations for approval by the Accounting Manager.
Prepare internal and/or external reporting to support business owners and appropriate financial statement disclosure.
Assist management with system implementations and testing.
Prepare analyses for management and external auditors for quarterly and annual analytical reviews.
Keep position procedure documentation up to date.
Communicate with vendors and internal associates to answer questions and resolve issues, including reconciling and auditing company records.
Investigate and analyze discrepancies, recommend resolutions, and escalate issues as needed.
Prepare and run daily, weekly, and monthly reports; sort and distribute them as necessary.
Assist with company projects as assigned.
Cross-train in multiple department positions.
Develop reporting for internal or external use as needed.