Accountant

Gordon Food Service; Wyoming (MI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gordon Food Service in Michigan is seeking an Accountant to interpret and implement complex financial concepts, support planning and internal control, and contribute to the close cycle. Reporting to the Finance supervisor, this role supports the general ledger, fixed assets, inventory, and financial reporting.

You will prepare journal entries, analyze data for audits, and produce ad-hoc reports. A Bachelor's in Accounting and at least two years of related experience are required; CPA or CMA is a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• CPA or CMA preferred.
• Strong proficiency in general ledger, cost accounting, GAAP/ASPE, and internal controls.
• Advanced Excel skills with demonstrated experience analyzing and manipulating large datasets.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Applies and monitors compliance with corporate financial policies and GAAP.
• Ensures integrity of the general ledger and financial statements.
• Assists in budget development and planning.
• Participates in month-end, quarter-end and year-end close and reconciliations.
• Prepares and analyzes journal entries.
• Collects data and prepares compliance returns.
• Prepares data for audits and organizes supporting documentation.
• Recommends improvements to financial processes and controls.
• Reviews and documents accounting systems and internal controls.

Skills

General ledger

Cost accounting

GAAP/ASPE

Internal controls

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA or CMA preferred

Tools

Excel

Job description

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Position Summary

The Accountant interprets and implements complex financial and accounting concepts to support financial planning and internal control. Reporting to the Finance-Specialty Companies Supervisor, this role supports the general ledger closing cycle, fixed asset management, inventory control, financial statement reporting, and special projects requiring advanced financial expertise.

What You Will Do

• Applies and monitors compliance with corporate financial policies and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Ensures a high level of integrity is maintained within the general ledger and financial statements.
• Assists in the development of budget, planning, and other corporate financial requirements.
• Participates in month-end, quarter-end and year-end general ledger closing cycle and financial statement preparation and account reconciliations.
• Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare journal entries.
• Collects appropriate data and prepares compliance returns.
• Prepares and organizes data for audit.
• Recommends proper handling of financial transactions.
• Reviews, investigates, documents, and assists in the implementation of accounting systems and internal control procedures.
• Analyzes financial and nonfinancial information to identify trends or concerns, providing information to leadership to improve present and future financial performance.
• Prepares ad-hoc reports and analyses in areas such as margin, operating expenses, budget variance, and statistical reports.
• Conducts studies and submits recommendations for improving the organization’s accounting processes and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Senior Leadership, which may include: trans and warehouse reporting, fixed asset reporting, lease administration, inventory cost analysis, administration of capital approval process, G/L account setup and maintenance, MPC user security and system maintenance.

When You Will Work

• Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm.
• Hybrid Work Schedule: 4 days in office, 1 day from home.

What You Bring To The Table

• Minimum two years of related experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Managerial Accountant (CMA) preferred.
• Strong proficiency in general ledger, cost accounting, GAAP/ASPE, and internal controls design/analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivots, macros, lookups) with demonstrated experience analyzing and manipulating large datasets.
• Proven ability to investigate complex data, identify trends, and execute logical solutions aligned with organizational goals.
• Adaptable to new technologies with a solid understanding of process improvement, reporting, and information valuation.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills; highly effective working independently or in a team.
• Aligned with GFS Cornerstone Values- demonstrating integrity, customer focus, initiative, value consciousness, and mutual respect.

BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!

Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to [e-mail] and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.

All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.

Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.