Staff Accountant - PTO from Day One & Growth

Lactalis; Bedford (NH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards Program

Education Reimbursement

Paid Time Off from Day One

Retirement plans

Job summary

Lactalis USA is seeking a Staff Accountant to support timely month-end close, journal entries, and reconciliations across the general ledger. You will collaborate with multiple departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and GAAP compliance.

The role requires 2–3 years of accounting experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office. A Bachelor's in Accounting is preferred, with CPA preferred.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of accounting experience is required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities are essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts on a monthly basis and review with Accounting Manager.
• Perform internal control testing as per auditing guidelines.
• Maintain intercompany accounting entries between Lactalis entities.
• Track and record lease expenses under GAAP accounting rules.
• Assist external auditors with year-end audit as needed.
• Perform inventory reconciliations and support variance analysis.
• Contribute to month-end close processes and departmental reporting.

Skills

Analytical

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lactalis USA is seeking a Staff Accountant to support timely month-end close, journal entries, and reconciliations across the general ledger. You will collaborate with multiple departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and GAAP compliance.

The role requires 2–3 years of accounting experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office. A Bachelor's in Accounting is preferred, with CPA preferred.