Staff Accountant Position Available In Jefferson, Alabama

Staff Accountant
Overview

SUMMARY:

The Staff Accountant reports to the Assistant Controller and is responsible for preparing and maintaining financial records to track the organization’s assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in documentation of workflow, procedures, checklists, and policies for assigned areas of responsibility.
Assist in preparation of periodic internal operating and financial reporting.
Assist in preparation for annual external audits requests and support. Assist in creating and reviewing the controls needed for data accumulation and reporting systems.
Create, monitor, and post accruals and other recurring periodic journal entries and reconciliations.
Perform accounting closing duties, including sub ledger account & general ledger reconciliations.
As needed, develop, maintain, and distribute ad-hoc reports and financial models.
Act as liaison between accounting department and third-party accounting firm for indirect tax.
Liaison between the accounting and operations team to ensure permits for new and existing warehouse locations are in compliance and current.
Reconcile property tax and business license payments to support documentation.
Obtain executed lease agreements and maintain lease schedules in Lease Query.
Assist accounts payable department as needed.
All other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum bachelor’s degree in accounting (or another related discipline). Minimum 2-3 years of experience with GAAP financial reporting, consolidation, and financial analysis. Solid communication and interpersonal skills, including presentation skills and building diplomatic relationships with all employees at any level, including leadership/supervisory skills. Results focused with an analytical approach to problem solving. Proven experience excelling in a fast-paced environment, handling pressure and being self-motivated to maintain organization and prioritize work, ensuring deadlines are met. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify best case solutions. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft suite and systems. The ability to successfully complete the pre-employment process.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in food & beverage distribution or manufacturing industry a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching, typing, reading, talking, and hearing. The ability to lift up to 10 pounds with or without assistance.

COMPANY PROFILE

Royal Cup, Inc. is the proven leader in sourcing, roasting, blending, and distributing high-quality coffees and fine teas since 1896 and is the chosen partner for restaurants, hotels, offices, and commuters across the country. We are a family-owned business rooted in a longstanding tradition of coffee roasting excellence that takes pride in our unparalleled dedication to customer care.
We are a large, privately held national importer, roaster, and distributor of coffees, teas, and related products that have been in business for more than 125 years. Royal Cup, Inc. currently provides products, equipment, and service to restaurants, hotels, convenience stores, businesses, and individuals throughout the United States, and we are growing!
At Royal Cup, Inc. having a customer-centric focus is not simply a motto; our employees believe we each have a responsibility to provide outstanding service to our customers. Our customer-centric focus results in actions we live by that not only retain our current customer base but grow our presence with new, high-impact accounts across the country based on exceptional products and service.
We believe serving our customers well, serves us well. We are results-oriented and strive to not only retain our current customer base but grow our presence with new, high-impact accounts across the country by offering exceptional products and service.
Royal Cup Coffee and Tea strives to be sustainably minded and a good corporate steward in all business endeavors. It is also what others expect of us – our employees, our customers and vendors, our local communities, and the coffee and tea industry we help represent. This mindset permeates the actions we take today for tomorrow.

BENEFITS

Royal Cup Coffee offers a competitive compensation plan and a comprehensive benefits program. On top of being a part of a well-caffeinated team, the benefits program includes healthcare, dental, vision, 401(k), company-paid life and disability insurance, Flexible Spending Account plan, select tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, remote work opportunities, paid holidays, and vacation time. We also provide ongoing training that is designed to provide maximum success for our employees.
Royal Cup is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or another legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please contact us at 1-800-366-5836.