Sr Accountant

Americold Logistics, LLC. in; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Americold Logistics, LLC. seeks an accounting professional to execute general ledger processes, prepare monthly journal entries, and perform balance sheet reconciliations. You will liaise between corporate headquarters and field accountants, supporting budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.

The role requires GAAP knowledge, proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook, and the ability to work with ERP systems. Travel may be required as part of site support and audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• Thorough understanding of GAAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook required.

Responsibilities

• Execute general ledger accounting processes end-to-end, including preparation of monthly journal entries.
• Conduct reviews and reconciliations of monthly balance sheet accounts, with a focus on cash reconciliations.
• Liaise between corporate headquarters and geographically distributed field accountants for assigned sites.
• Collaborate with cross-functional groups to develop budgets and forecasts and perform variance analyses.
• Analyze financial data and problem solve related to assigned areas and accounts.
• Execute key internal controls and support auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audit.
• Assist with special projects such as technical accounting research and integration of newly acquired facilities.
• Other essential duties may be applicable and assigned as necessary.

Skills

General ledger

Journal entries

Balance reconciliations

GAAP knowledge

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA track preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

What you’ll Do:

You will execute general ledger accounting processes including preparing monthly journal entries and conducting balance sheet reconciliations. The role involves serving as a liaison between corporate headquarters and field accountants, collaborating with cross-functional groups to develop budgets and forecasts, and performing variance analyses. You will also execute key internal controls, assist with audits, and support special projects as needed, which may include technical accounting research and integration of newly acquired facilities. Occasional travel may be required.

Essential Functions

• Execute general ledger accounting processes from end-to-end, including preparation of monthly journal entries.
• Conduct reviews and reconciliations of monthly balance sheet accounts, with a focus on cash reconciliations.
• Serve as liaison between corporate headquarters and geographically distributed field accountants for assigned sites.
• Collaborate with cross-functional groups to develop budgets and forecasts and perform variance analyses.
• Analyze financial data and problem solve related to assigned areas and accounts.
• Execute key internal controls and support auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audit.
• Assist with special projects such as technical accounting research and integration of newly acquired facilities.
• Other essential duties may be applicable and assigned as necessary.

What Experience and Education You Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 1 year of Accounting experience required
• Thorough understanding of GAAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook required.

What sets you Apart:

• Master’s Degree is preferred
• CPA Certification or CPA track preferred
• Experience with major ERP systems is a plus
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High attention to detail and regulatory compliance.
• Strong problem-solving and expediting mindset.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, time-sensitive environments.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires several hours per day of sitting, getting up and down from chairs, reaching, and/or bending.
• Requires manual dexterity with normal hand and finger movements for typical office work, including the operation of computers, telephones, and similar equipment.
• Requires ability to comprehend and communicate with others, verbally and/or in writing.
• May require travel by automobile and airplane for business.
• May require visits to warehouse operations in temperatures at or below freezing.
• May require the occasional lifting, carrying, positioning, and/or moving of objects weighing up to 20 pounds.