Senior Accountant-Assist Controller

Uncle Giuseppe's Corporate Headquarters located in Melville, NY is actively seeking a FT Senior Accountant/Assistant Controller for its busy Finance Department. In this role, the individual will assist in the day-to-day functions and operations within the Finance Department and will be a key point person for all financial and management reporting. The ideal candidate will have a background working within retail, grocery or food & beverage.

Responsibilities

Maintain all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements;

Follow internal controls and safeguards for receipt of revenues, costs, payables, program budgets and actual expenditures;

Assist with the preparation of financial statements;

Maintain preparation of annual report of actual revenues, transfers, and expenses;

Resolve any discrepancies with vendors;

Review licensing and permits for each location to ensure compliance;

Review and enter all payroll activity;

Review weekly bank activity to ensure no fraudulent activity is occurring;

Review all ecommerce activity;

Review all chargeback documentation;

Reconciliation of Balance Sheet accounts:

Prepare weekly cash balances and explain variances;

Review and record all donations made from store locations;

Review rebate checks and scan into system to confirm deposit into accounts;

Assist with year-end audit;

Work on special projects as needed;

Additional functions and duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a four-year college or university in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration is preferred.

Must have 5 + years of experience working in the Accounting/Finance Department

Strong computer skills working within MS Office Suite, with a strong focus in Excel

Excellent organization skills with a very strong attention to detail

Excellent understanding and accountability of accounting and financial reporting, analytical acumen, monthly reporting schedules, annual reporting schedules, etc.

We offer a strong compensation package and benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, 401(K), life insurance, 50% off lunch, 25% off in store shopping and more!