Payroll Accounting Associate

Wakefern Food Corp.; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wakefern Food Corp. in Edison area seeks a Junior Accountant to support payroll processing, vendor deductions and collections for its wholesale and retail operations. This entry‑level role reports to semi‑senior accountants and helps maintain accurate financial records.

The position uses Kronos, PeopleSoft and Oracle, and requires strong Excel skills, time management and attention to detail to help ensure timely payments and precise deductions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business preferred.
• Experience with Kronos, PeopleSoft, Oracle and RAPID systems preferred.
• Strong time management, multi-tasking and organizational skills; detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Payroll oversight: review and sign off on weekly payroll for associates using Kronos and PeopleSoft, including PTO tracking.
• Vendor deductions: create and maintain schedules for vendor deductions related to fines and ensure collection.
• Warehouse debit processing: print, review, and process weekly Warehouse Debits.
• Contract-based deductions: generate deductions for expired Billback contracts and verify amounts before processing.
• Promotional support: assist with vendor deductions for sales promotions and new store openings.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Kronos

PeopleSoft

Oracle

RAPID

Excel

Job description

Junior Accountant | Wakefern Food Corp.

The Tone:

This is a full-time role at Wakefern Food Corp., with the location not specified in the listing. Wakefern Food Corp. stands as the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States, providing comprehensive wholesale business services and support to independent grocery retailers operating under various banners across nine states. This Junior Accountant position plays a vital role in upholding the company’s financial integrity by managing critical accounting tasks related to payroll processing, vendor deductions, and financial collections. This role is essential for maintaining accurate records, ensuring timely payments and collections, and supporting the overall fiscal health of the cooperative members.

The TL;DR

• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Not specified in listing
• Pay: $50000–$65000 yearly
• Team: Reports to Semi-Senior accountants
• Mission: Owns the accurate processing of payroll, vendor deductions, and various financial collections to support the company’s retail operations.
• Tech Stack: Kronos, PeopleSoft, Oracle, RAPID, Excel

What You’ll Actually Do

• Payroll Oversight: Review and sign off on weekly payroll for both Union and Nonunion associates using Kronos and PeopleSoft, including tracking paid time off.
• Vendor Deductions: Create and maintain schedules for deductions against vendors for fines related to weights and measures violations, ensuring full collection.
• Warehouse Debit Processing: Print, review, and process weekly Warehouse Debits.
• Contract-Based Deductions: Generate deductions against vendors for expired Billback contracts, preparing backup and confirming amounts prior to processing.
• Promotional Support: Assist Semi-Senior accountants by creating vendor deductions for miscellaneous sales promotions and new store openings.

The Must-Haves

• Background: Entry-Level. A Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in Accounting, Business Administration or Finance is preferred.
• Experience: Familiarity with Kronos, PeopleSoft, Oracle, and RAPID systems.
• Skills: Strong time management, multi-tasking, and organization skills; strong analytical skills with attention to detail; excellent technical and personal computer skills, including Excel.