Sr Accountant

Overview

The Sr. Accountant applies accounting principles to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports. This position prepares the journal entries and account reconciliations necessary to provide an accurate and transparent reporting of the company's financial position. Position reports into our Store Support Office in Phoenix, AZ. Hybrid schedule, in office Tuesday - Thursday.

Responsibilities

• Aid in month-end close by compiling and analyzing financial information to prepare necessary journal entries for properly stated financial statements in accordance with GAAP and company policy within corporate reporting timelines
• Prepare and/or review account reconciliations for balance sheet accounts ensuring financial records are maintained in compliance with company policy
• Review, investigate, and resolve accounting discrepancies and reconciling items
• Perform detailed variance analysis on assigned accounts to understand reasons for changes and help assure accuracy
• Contribute recommendations and participate in improving the company's accounting processes; assist in the improvement of internal control activities and accounting policies and procedures
• Create ad-hoc reports and analysis as required
• Work with internal clients in order to understand the activities of the business and the effect on the company’s accounting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting with a minimum of three (3) years of experience in accounting, CPA preferred, or an acceptable combination of education and experience
• Public Accounting experience required
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices and the analysis and reporting of financial data
• Knowledge of General Ledger, Accounts Reconciliation, and Account Analysis
• Proficiency in Excel with the ability to visually interpret the logic of a complex sequence of excel formulas and update or change these as needed
• Highly skilled in dealing with financial and numeric data
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to build strong working relationships with key business partners
• Must have excellent work habits, including a willingness to work the hours necessary to get the job done, especially during period close and reporting cycles
• Strong time management and organizational skills

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Sick time plan that you can use to support you or your immediate families health
• Vacation accrual plan
• Opportunities for career growth
• 15% discount for you and one other family member in your household on all purchases made at Sprouts
• Flexible schedules
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(K) Retirement savings plan with a generous company match
• Company paid life insurance
• Contests and appreciation events throughout the year full of prizes, food and fun!

Eligibility Requirements

• May Apply For The Following Benefits
• Bonus based on company and/or individual performance
• Affordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental and vision
• Health Savings Account with company match
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Company paid short-term disability coverage
• Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers
• Paid holidays

Why Sprouts

• Grow with us!
• If you have a passion for inspiring people and a flair for fresh food, consider applying for a job at Sprouts!
• With a focus on customer service, our neighborhood grocery stores offer high-quality, farm fresh produce, natural meats, plenty of scoop-your-own bulk goods and much more in a fun, friendly, old-fashioned farmer’s market setting.
• Come grow your career in healthy living with a fast-paced, rapidly growing company and teams that pride themselves on empowering others along their journey.