Onsite Staff Accountant — Full Benefits & Growth

Compass Group USA; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health benefits

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Critical Illness Insurance

Accident Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Legal Services

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Staff Accountant position with Compass Group USA is an onsite role based in Gainesville, FL, supporting day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, and month-end close activities. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge and attention to detail to work with operations and finance teams.

This position emphasizes accuracy, internal controls, and timely financial insights to aid business decisions. In-office requirement and full-time status are noted in the posting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred, or equivalent professional experience.
• Three plus years of progressive experience in accounting roles.
• Experience in foodservice or retail accounting preferred.
• Solid understanding of P&L management, variance analysis, and financial controls.
• Ability to prepare monthly financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills; SAP or other ERP systems a plus.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to prioritize responsibilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of independence, integrity, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Reviews monthly operating statements to ensure accuracy and proper expense coding.
• Assists with monthly and fiscal close processes.
• Analyzes the general ledger and prepares balance sheet account reconciliations, identifying and resolving issues in a timely manner.
• Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal and client use.
• Performs inventory analysis and verification.
• Prepares and submits subsidy invoices with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Reviews accounts receivable and follows up as needed.
• Ensures financial activity aligns with contract terms and client agreements.
• Responds to client financial questions in a timely and professional manner.
• Acts as an accounting resource to Operations Management and unit-level administrators.
• Assists with financial oversight across the district.
• Supports payroll and HR administration as needed.
• Performs related duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Accounting

Financial analysis

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Equivalent professional experience

Tools

Excel

SAP

Job description

Staff Accountant position with Compass Group USA is an onsite role based in Gainesville, FL, supporting day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, and month-end close activities. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge and attention to detail to work with operations and finance teams.

This position emphasizes accuracy, internal controls, and timely financial insights to aid business decisions. In-office requirement and full-time status are noted in the posting.