Staff Accountant

Weis Markets•Sunbury, PA

About The Position

Looking for a company that treats associates with respect, understanding, and appreciation? Looking for a company that is passionate about teamwork and the growth of it's associates and communities? That's WEIS! Location Address: 1000 S. 2nd Street Job Description: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The associate is responsible for the functions below, in addition to other duties as assigned:

Requirements

4 Year Degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university, preferred, other business degrees considered.
3+ years of experience in a field of accounting
Previous experience as a staff accountant preferred.
Ability to identify financial issues and propose resolution to management.
Display the skills to operate and lead the department in manager absence.
Act as a role model and provide guidance to staff accountants and clerical staff.
Advanced spreadsheet/database/computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

Responsible for preparing journal entries and reconciliations for approval by the Accounting Manager.
Prepare internal and/or external reporting to support business owners to ensure appropriate financial statement disclosure.
Assist Management with system implementations and testing.
Prepare analysis 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 reconciliation and auditing of company records.
Investigate and analyze discrepancies and recommend issue resolution. Escalates as needed.
Prepare and run various daily, weekly and monthly reports; sort and distribute for use as necessary.
Assist with Company projects as assigned.
Expected to cross-train in multiple department positions.
Develop reporting for internal or external use as needed.