Staff Accountant - AP NY

Staff Accountant - AP Support Lead - Click here to apply online CFS has partnered with a local food distribution company looking to add a Staff Accountant, AP Support Lead to their busy Accounting team! Why should you join this company? Originally established over 100 years ago! With consistent quality and customer service, the company was able to thrive and eventually became one of the most sought-after distributors for grocery stores and bodegas With 500 employees, the company puts an emphasis on employee engagement and mentorship Great leadership team! Strong benefits with opportunity for advancement The Staff Accountant, AP Support Lead is responsible for supporting the Controller and accounting staff of one of their main Distribution Centers. Responsibilities: Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes. Performing company's year-end income tax overunder accruals Performing year end informational tax returns (1099 reporting). Providing guidanceassistance to AP staff for eg. providing accurate GL code. Review invoices processed by AP staff and verifying that proper invoice matching was performed. Performing check payments and electronic fund transfers Approving vendor invoices for payment and coding vendor invoices for entry Perform vendor research for eg. queries on vendor accounts, aged invoices and open purchase orders. Assisting with AP staff schedule and approving timesheets Investigation and correction of errors or inconsistencies in financial entries. Monitor AP inbox via our shared Accounts Payable Email. Respond to inquiries and resolve questionsissues. Set up new vendors, ensuring all suppliers set up information such as W9 is received from vendor and entered accurately. Maintain and update vendor files. Involvement in inventory valuation and assistance with special projects. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree or 2 years related experience in accounting Detailed-oriented, highly organized individual with a great attitude and commitment to continuous improvement. Minimum of 3 years in a corporate environment. Consumer GoodsBeverage environment or similar preferred but not required. Familiarity with JD Edwards Enterprise One is a plus Excellent oral and written communications skills. Ability to work effectively with associates at varying levels across the Company. Ability to work independently and with a team with an emphasis on accuracy and timeliness. #ZRCFS

Created: 2025-03-04