Staff Accountant - Rotational

Performance Food Group (New); La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 health & wellness benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

401(k) employer matching

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Performance Food Group is seeking an Accountant to support the finance and accounting team. Responsibilities include month-end close, analyzing financial information, reconciling general ledger accounts, and preparing internal financial reports.

The role collaborates with vendors, banks, and auditors as needed. Ideal candidates have a BS in Accounting or Finance with up to four years of experience, and strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• BS in Accounting or Finance (min GPA 3.0)
• 0–4 years experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized, detail oriented, and able to multi-task
• Self-motivated with initiative and ability to work independently
• Strong work ethic and ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare journal entries.
• Prepare and review detailed journal entries.
• Record month-end accruals.
• Publish internal month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting.
• Perform accounting reconciliations and balance sheet trend analysis.
• Provide recommendations for process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with deadlines and lead accounting projects.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication (verbal & written)

Self-motivated

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

AS400

IBM Cognos

ERP systems

Job description

Company Description:

Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers - providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

Job Description:

Position Summary:

The Accountant will support the finance and accounting team for PFG. Perform month-end close activities, analyze and verify financial information, and prepare internal financial reports. Provide information to the field regarding accounting practices and procedures. Reconcile and review general ledger accounts as assigned. Apply accounting knowledge to lead groups on projects. Provide guidance to Accounting Coordinators and Accountant I staff, and perform related work as required. Work internally with employees at all levels in the organization. External contacts may include vendors, banks, and external auditors as needed. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, and, as required, perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Position Responsibilities:

• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts.
• Prepare and/or review detailed journal entries.
• Prepare and record month-end accruals.
• Prepare and publish internal month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting.
• Perform moderately complex accounting reconciliations and balance sheet trend analysis, as assigned.
• Prepare reports and make recommendations that aid management in determining the proper accounting of reserves, assets and expenditures. Provide recommendations for process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with accounting and reporting deadlines. Maintain and/or lead established moderately complex accounting projects as assigned by management.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Benefits:

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Qualifications:

• BS in Accounting or Finance with minimum GPA of 3.0
• 0-4 years of experience
• Proficient with all Microsoft Office programs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with customers and internal staff.
• Must present a highly professional image and attitude.
• Highly organized, detail oriented and capable of multi-tasking.
• Self-motivated individual with great initiative and ability to work independently.
• Strong work ethic and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Preferred qualifications:

• Public accounting experience is a plus
• AS400, IBM Cognos and exposure to inventory management systems or other major ERP solutions a plus
• Be aware of SOX requirements and maintain compliance with key controls related to accounting duties
• Participation in process improvement initiatives

EEO Statement:

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.