General Ledger Senior Staff Accountant

circlek; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Circle K in Tempe, AZ is seeking an experienced accounting professional to support the monthly close process and financial reporting. You will work with the Accounting Manager to ensure accurate, timely results and solid internal controls in a fast-paced environment.

Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, CPA preferred, and 3+ years of accounting experience. Proficiency in MS Excel, Access, and Word is expected, with IFRS knowledge and the ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• Licensed CPA preferred (active pursuit may be accepted, proof required).
• Three years of accounting experience is preferred.
• Ability to analyze large data sets to identify trends, variances, and insights that support financial decision‑making and reporting.
• Proficient in MS Access, Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Assist Accounting Manager in managing monthly close process and various reporting requirements.
• Maintains accounting controls by managing input and verification of transaction information; ensures all deadlines are met during close process.
• Balances and verifies accounts by reconciling statements and transactions such as Misc Accruals, Prepaid Insurance, Service Review.
• Balances and verifies all accounting transactions associated with the Distribution Center. Resolves account discrepancies by investigating documentation, coordinating posting of adjustments.
• Maintains guidelines by writing and updating policies and procedures.
• Maintains accurate balance between main accounting system (PDI Enterprise) and various sub reporting systems.
• Maintain accounting controls by establishing, monitoring and enforcing internal controls, ensuring compliance with IFRS.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Provide assistance and mentoring to Accountants within the department.
• Promptly and effectively communicate with both internal and external customers.
• Assist with special projects as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

MS Access

Excel

Word

PDI

Longview

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The position includes, but is not limited to, the following essential job duties, responsibilities and requirements:

• Assist Accounting Manager in managing monthly close process and various reporting requirements.
• Maintains accounting controls by managing input and verification of transaction information; ensures all deadlines are met during close process.
• Balances and verifies accounts by reconciling statements and transactions such as Misc Accruals, Prepaid Insurance, Service Review.
• Balances and verifies all accounting transactions associated with the Distribution Center. Resolves account discrepancies by investigating documentation, coordinating posting of adjustments.
• Maintains guidelines by writing and updating policies and procedures.
• Maintains accurate balance between main accounting system (PDI Enterprise) and various sub reporting systems.
• Maintain accounting controls by establishing, monitoring and enforcing internal controls, ensuring compliance with IFRS.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Provide assistance and mentoring to Accountants within the department.
• Promptly and effectively communicate with both internal and external customers.
• Assist with special projects as needed.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required (must be a specific degree in Accounting or Finance).
• Licensed CPA preferred (active pursuit may be accepted, proof required).
• Three years of accounting experience is preferred.
• Ability to analyze large data sets to identify trends, variances, and insights that support financial decision‑making and reporting.
• Able to work independently and within a collaborative team‑oriented environment using sound judgment in decision‑making.
• Demonstrate ability to foster teamwork and facilitate teams through the encouragement and building of mutual trust, respect, and cooperation amongst team members.
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment and experience or ability to analyze data in a high transaction volume organization.
• Must be proficient in MS Access, Excel and Word.
• Experience working with accounting applications preferred; PDI and Longview experience is a plus.
• Able to interface with all functions at all levels within the organization.
• Project management skills to prioritize and effectively manage multiple projects based on business needs and requirements.
• Detail‑oriented, able to work effectively under deadlines in a changing environment and perform multiple tasks effectively and concurrently.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with strong leadership, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Job duties may change with or without advance notice.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Complete physical activity inventory of the position includes:

• Sit for long periods of time.
• Operate computer keyboard and mouse for data entry.
• View computer monitor
• Hear and speak via telephone.
• Reach forward and/or overhead
• Occasionally lift up to 20 pounds

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working conditions inventory of the position includes:

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate at a normal range.

The lighting will include natural light from the outside as well as fluorescent lighting throughout the work areas.

Work with minimum direction and periodic supervision.

JOB DESCRIPTION ACKNOWLEDGMENT

This Job Description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed in this position and it is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all the duties, responsibilities, functions and qualifications required of the position. The incumbent may be asked to perform other duties and will be evaluated, in part, on performance of the tasks listed in this job description. As with all positions, the responsibilities and duties of this position may change. The Company reserves the right to revise this Job Description at any time with or without notice. This Job Description does not constitute a contract for employment and either the incumbent or the Company may terminate employment at any time, for any reason, with or without notice.

Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA) and all state and local disability laws.

Applicantswith disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the ADA and certain state or local laws as long as it does no