Staff Accountant

Bell-; Fredericksburg (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell & Evans is seeking a Staff Accountant to support general accounting operations, including month-end close, fixed asset management, and financial reporting. The role reports to the Director of Accounting and collaborates with a team of accountants to ensure accurate financial statements.

Responsibilities include journal entries, reconciliations, audits, budgeting support, and improving internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• 2+ years of related accounting experience.
• GAAP knowledge and strong analytical skills.
• Experience with ERP systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Assist monthly, quarterly and annual close processes.
• Manage fixed asset records and reconciliations.
• Support audits, budgeting, and regulatory filings.
• Provide guidance to team and contribute to process improvements.
• Cash management for retail locations.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

MS Excel

ERP systems

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

ERP Accounting Systems

Job description

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Staff Accountant

2 days ago Requisition ID: 4813

At Bell & Evans, we’re proud to be America’s oldest branded chicken company, leading the industry with innovation, quality, and an uncompromising commitment to doing things the right way. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for motivated, early-career professionals who are eager to make an impact and grow their careers with a company that values integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Job Summary

The Staff Accountant is responsible for functions of the company’s general accounting operations, including month-end close and fixed asset management to ensure the financial health and integrity of the organization. This role supports the Director of Accounting and a team of accountants and professional staff responsible for daily, monthly, and annual accounting activities, including period close, accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash management, and external audits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements to ensure accuracy, identify variances, and summarize financial status.
• Assist in key aspects of monthly, quarterly and annual close processes.
• Management of fixed asset records and reconciliations.
• Assist in developing and documenting business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls; ensure compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements.
• Support the Director of Accounting in driving efficiencies and continuous improvement, including day-to-day operations, period close, financial reporting, etc.
• Assist with annual audits – investigate and resolve audit findings, account discrepancies, and issues of noncompliance.
• Support periodic budgeting process.
• Prepare tax and other regulatory filings.
• Cash management for retail locations.
• Secondary support for treasury, tax, accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Provide guidance and training for other accounting team members as needed.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required and 2+ years of experience in a related role.
• Public accounting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience with integrated ERP Accounting Systems preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Why Bell & Evans

When you join Bell & Evans, you’re joining a family-owned company that’s revolutionizing the poultry industry through innovation, quality, and care for people, animals, and the environment. Our work environment encourages collaboration, continuous learning, and pride in the products we create.

At Bell & Evans, being in-office means more than having a desk at headquarters—it’s about working side by side with talented teammates, building relationships, and seeing firsthand the impact of your work.

Ready to start your accounting career with a company that’s truly one of a kind?