Senior Accountant, External Reporting

Position OverviewThe Senior Accountant, External Reporting role participates in the preparation and review of all external financial reporting requirements of the Company, ensures accounting policies and controls comply with GAAP principles as well as supports external audits. The position also provides accounting support to internal finance groups.

Job Description

• Assist in the accurate and timely compilation of quarterly and annual external reporting including the monthly and quarterly financial statement consolidations in accordance with GAAP, the quarterly financial statement filings with drafting of the footnotes and MD&A and the quarterly Board of Directors presentations.
• Communicate with and support external auditors.
• Participate in the identification of the sample balance sheet reconciliations for review.
• Review selected balance sheet reconciliations, liaise with internal accounting groups as necessary, summarize results, recommend any necessary changes and communicate to the manager.
• Prepare complex account reconciliations.
• Participate in the preparation of accounting entries, disclosures, and review of balance sheet reconciliations associated with acquisitions.
• Participate in the preparation of accounting entries associated with the change in status of internal divisions.
• Assist in the review of documentation, liaising with internal accounting departments as necessary.
• Analyze and communicate changes in accounting treatment.
• Document procedures and controls to ensure compliance with accounting policies.
• Manage the lease accounting process including entering, modifying and terminating leases, preparing journal entries, preparing account reconciliations and collaborating with internal accounting departments
• Travel Required:No

Environment

• Office: Office Temperature (65F to 75F)

Skills

• Specialized Knowledge : Strong knowledge of GAAP; Proficiency in Excel; Experience with financial systems and software (e.g. AR/AP/GL package) preferred
• Special Skills : High attention to detail; Strong communication skills; Strong analytical skills; Strong mathematical skills

Years Of Experience

• 2-5 : A minimum of 2 years of work experience in Accounting roles. Experience with regulatory reporting preferred. Bachelor's degree required. Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

QualificationsBachelor's Degree - Accounting Finance

Shift1st Shift (United States of America)

CompanyC&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC

About Our Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.
Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. C&S Wholesale Grocers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.