Staff Accountant

Watershed Foods LLC; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Watershed Foods LLC is seeking an accounting professional to manage monthly reconciliations, close entries, and financial reporting. The role collaborates with the Plant Controller to ensure on-time monthly financials and supports cost-reduction projects and general accounting functions.

The position requires strong GAAP knowledge, experience with general ledger functions, and proficiency in ERP systems (preferably Aptean).

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GAAP and accounting regulations
• Experience with general ledger functions
• Experience with ERP systems (Aptean or similar)
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Ability to work both independently and with a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Accounting or finance degree required
• 1-3 years of accounting experience
• CPA/CMA certification preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Perform and manage all monthly account reconciliations
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and year-end close entries and financial reports
• Draft monthly financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flows)
• Prepare quarterly reports for pricing and Board meetings
• Weekly cash/liquidity reporting
• Monthly bank reconciliations and loan amortization schedules
• Prepare monthly accruals
• Maintain applicable policies and procedures
• Maintain project lists and provide budget-to-actual reports
• Maintain routine inventory counts and dispositions
• Prepare inventory tracking spreadsheets
• Set up new items and bills of materials in the ERP system
• Serve as assistant administrator for the ERP system and provide user support
• Assist Accounting Manager
• Serve as back-up for Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable

Skills

GAAP Knowledge

General Ledger

ERP: Aptean

Excel

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Independent and collaborative

Multi-tasking

CPA/CMA (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance or related

CPA/CMA (preferred)

Tools

Aptean ERP

Excel

Job description

Job Summary

This position has the responsibility for recording, tracking, and reporting the majority of inventory and financial information for Watershed Foods. This position works with our Plant Controller to ensure that all information needed to complete the monthly financial reports is received on time. Any other cost reduction projects as well as general accounting functions fall under this position.

This position has the responsibility for recording, tracking, and reporting the majority of inventory and financial information for Watershed Foods. This position works with our Plant Controller to ensure that all information needed to complete the monthly financial reports is received on time. Any other cost reduction projects as well as general accounting functions fall under this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Preform and manage all monthly account reconciliations
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and year-end close entries, schedules and financial reports
• Draft monthly financials statements (profit & loss, balance sheet and statement of cash flows)
• Prepare quarterly reports for pricing and Board of Directors’ Meetings
• Weekly cash/liquidity reporting
• Monthly bank reconciliations and loan amortization schedules
• Prepare monthly accruals
• Maintain applicable policies and procedures
• Maintain project lists and provide budget to actual reports
• Maintain routine inventory counts and dispositions
• Prepare inventory tracking spreadsheets
• Set up new items and bills of materials in the ERP system
• Serve as assist admin for the ERP system and provide support for other users
• Assist Accounting Manager
• Serve as back-up for Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable

Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Experience with general ledger functions
• Experience with Aptean (ERP system) or similar software solution
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Self-motivated and able balance multiple tasks/priorities
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite (primarily Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Handling sensitive or confidential information with honesty and integrity
• Degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant degree
• 1-3 years of accounting experience
• Additional certification (CPA and/or CMA) preferred, but not required