ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE

Compass Group, North America

Jacksonville (FL)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 29,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Shopping Program

Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Job summary

Canteen in Jacksonville, FL is seeking an Accounting Associate to support accounts receivable and financial operations with a service-oriented mindset. This role blends customer service, administrative work, and accounting responsibilities, requiring hospitality in every interaction.

The ideal candidate has 1-3 years in AR or accounting, a degree preferred, and proficiency in MS Office and QuickBooks. Join a national leader in workplace dining and grow with a company that values accuracy and

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree preferred.
1-3 years of experience in accounts receivable or general accounting, or equivalent education with strong accounting knowledge.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel) and QuickBooks.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and resolve issues independently.
Exceptional attention to detail, communication, data entry accuracy, and math skills.

Responsibilities

Monitor credits and debits across accounts with accuracy.
Post customer payments, verify deposits, and ensure funds are properly applied.
Track unpaid invoices and follow up with customers on overdue balances.
Balance daily and month-end accounts receivable against the general ledger.
Investigate outstanding invoices, make collection calls, and negotiate payment terms.
Process liens for collections when necessary.
Enter and maintain accurate data within accounts receivable general ledger accounts.
Provide administrative support across the Financial Department.
Take on additional responsibilities as they arise.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

MS Office

Analytical skills

Communication

Data entry

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Canteen

Position Title: ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE - JACKSONVILLE, FL

Salary: $20 - $21 / hr

Growth. Opportunity. Excellence.

Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen’s solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our growth. Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the opportunity and innovation. Together, we’ll continue to transform our industry.

Come grow with us. We are Canteen.

Job Summary

At Canteen, we believe great food service is powered by great people — and that includes the team behind the scenes keeping our financial operations running as smoothly as our dining programs. We're looking for an Accounting Associate who takes pride in accuracy, thrives on organization, and brings the same service-first mindset to numbers that Canteen brings to every cup of coffee, vending solution, and dining experience we deliver.

If you love the satisfaction of a perfectly balanced ledger and enjoy building relationships with customers along the way, this role is your next opportunity. Please note - this role is a blend of customer service, administrative, and accounting responsibilities. A hospitality mentality is a must! We are committed to delivering exceptional service to our external AND internal clients.

About the Role

As Canteen's Accounting Assistant, you'll be a vital part of our Financial Division, ensuring accounts receivable operations run smoothly and our client relationships stay strong. You'll be the detail-oriented professional who keeps invoices moving, payments tracked, and accounts balanced — supporting the same reliability and service excellence that Canteen is known for across the communities we serve.

What You'll Do

Monitor credits and debits across accounts with a sharp eye for accuracy
Post customer payments, verify deposits, and ensure funds are properly applied
Track unpaid invoices and proactively follow up with customers on overdue balances
Balance daily and month-end accounts receivable against general ledger balances
Investigate outstanding invoices, make collection calls, and negotiate payment terms with professionalism and tact
Process liens for collections when necessary
Enter and maintain accurate data within accounts receivable general ledger accounts
Provide administrative support across the Financial Department
Take on additional responsibilities as they arise, contributing wherever needed

What You Bring

Bachelor's degree preferred
1-3 years of experience in accounts receivable or general accounting - or equivalent education paired with a solid grasp of accounting principles, fair credit practices, and collection regulations
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel) and QuickBooks
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and resolve issues independently
Exceptional attention to detail, communication, data entry accuracy, and math skills

Why Canteen

Canteen is a national leader in workplace dining, vending, and refreshment services, powered by a team that treats every account and every client relationship with care. As part of our Financial Division, you'll gain hands-on accounts receivable ownership, sharpen your collections and negotiation skills, and grow within a company that invests in its people as much as it does in the service it delivers.

If you're ready to bring your accounting expertise to a team where precision and hospitality go hand in hand, we'd love to hear from you.

Canteen is a member of Compass Group USA

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits.