Staff Accountant

About the role

This position is responsible for recording, tracking, and reporting the majority of inventory and financial information for Watershed Foods. The role works closely with the Plant Controller to ensure timely receipt of all information needed for monthly financial reports, and supports cost reduction projects as well as general accounting functions.

Responsibilities

• Perform and manage all monthly account reconciliations
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end close entries, schedules, and financial reports
• Draft monthly financial statements (profit & loss, balance sheet, and statement of cash flows)
• Prepare quarterly reports for pricing and Board of Directors’ meetings
• Provide weekly cash/liquidity reporting
• Complete monthly bank reconciliations and loan amortization schedules
• Prepare monthly accruals
• Maintain applicable accounting policies and procedures
• Maintain project lists and provide budget-to-actual reports
• Conduct routine inventory counts and dispositions
• Prepare inventory tracking spreadsheets
• Set up new items and bills of materials in the ERP system
• Serve as assistant administrator for the ERP system and provide support for other users
• Assist the Accounting Manager
• Serve as backup for Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a relevant field
• 1–3 years of accounting experience
• Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including GAAP
• Experience with general ledger functions
• Experience with Aptean (ERP system) or a similar software solution
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Self-motivated with the ability to balance multiple tasks and priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (primarily Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to handle sensitive or confidential information with honesty and integrity

Qualifications

• Additional certification (CPA and/or CMA) preferred but not required