Accounting Specialist

American Food & Vending Corporation; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401K with company match

Employee meal and beverage during your

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible hours and shifts

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision

Uniforms and Safety Shoes

Learning and advancement opportunities

Job summary

American Food & Vending Corporation in Liverpool, NY is seeking an Accounting Refreshment Specialist to support the accounting office by overseeing vending-related financial transactions and ensuring accuracy and compliance.

The role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Weekly pay and benefits are offered by a nationwide, family-owned organization with a history spanning over 80 years.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in accounting/business or related field is preferred.
• 2+ years in an accounting office or similar role.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office platform.
• Experience using ERP systems (Microsoft Great Plains preferred).
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability and interest in problem-solving, self-starter.
• Experience working in a cross-functional team environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial audits and performance evaluation of vending machine operations.
• Act as a liaison between the finance department and internal stakeholders to gather data.
• Assist with month-end closing and reconciliation processes.
• Collaborate with operations, sales, and IT to align financial goals.
• Input financial information into databases, spreadsheets, and accounting software.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem solving

Self-starter

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Associate's degree in accounting/business

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Microsoft Great Plains

Job description

Pay: $25 per hour - $27 per hour

Location: Liverpool NY

Summary

American Food & Vending is seeking a dedicated Accounting Refreshment Specialist to join our dynamic accounting office team. This position plays a critical role in supporting the accounting office by overseeing vending-related financial transactions and ensuring accuracy and compliance. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial audits and performance evaluation of vending machine operations, including revenue, cash flow, profitability, and cost analysis.
• Act as a liaison between the finance department and internal stakeholders, including executives and department heads, to gather financial data and provide baseline insights for decision-making.
• Assist with month-end closing and reconciliation processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, sales, and IT to align financial goals with business objectives and strategies.
• Input financial information into databases, spreadsheets, and accounting software with precision and attention to detail.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvements and automation to streamline data entry workflows and enhance accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in accounting/business or related field is preferred.
• 2+ years in an accounting office or similar role
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office platform
• Experience using various ERP systems (Microsoft Great Plains experience preferred)
• Strong communication skills
• Ability and interest in problem-solving, self-starter
• Experience working in a cross-functional team environment

About Us

Together, American Food & Vending and American Dining Creations form one of the nation’s largest privately held dining and refreshment service organizations. Family-owned and headquartered in Syracuse, NY, we have served clients nationwide for more than 80 years, delivering customized dining and refreshment solutions across business, education, healthcare and cultural environments.

Recognized by NAMA and our peers as Operator of the Year, we combine national capabilities with a personal, responsive approach to create exceptional experiences for our clients and guests.

Our Mission

To create moments of happiness through customized hospitality experiences that delight guests and bring people together.

Our Vision

To be the best in the industry at elevating hospitality experiences for places where people want to be.

Our Values

Family - Treat people as family.

Integrity - Do the right thing.

Responsiveness - Listen first. Then act with urgency.

Service Excellence - Deliver exceptional experiences every day.

Teamwork - Win together.

American Food & Vending Offers

• Weekly pay
• 401K with company match
• Delicious employee meal and beverage during your shift
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Some positions may include flexible hours and shifts
• Eligible employees offered Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Uniforms and Safety Shoes provided
• Learning and advancement opportunities

American Food & Vending is an Equal Opportunity Employer.