Staff Accountant - Inventory & Financial Reporting Pro

Watershed Foods; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Watershed Foods in Bloomington, IL is seeking an experienced accounting professional to manage the majority of inventory and financial reporting. You will work with the Plant Controller to ensure timely monthly closes and complete financial statements for reports to the Board and leadership.

The role handles cost-reduction projects and general accounting tasks, supported by ERP system knowledge and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• GAAP knowledge and accounting regulations
• General ledger experience
• Attention to detail and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Responsibilities

• Perform and manage monthly account reconciliations
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and year-end close entries and 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
• Maintain inventory counts and dispositions
• Set up items and BOMs in the ERP system
• Back-up for Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable

Job description

Watershed Foods in Bloomington, IL is seeking an experienced accounting professional to manage the majority of inventory and financial reporting. You will work with the Plant Controller to ensure timely monthly closes and complete financial statements for reports to the Board and leadership.

The role handles cost-reduction projects and general accounting tasks, supported by ERP system knowledge and strong Excel skills.