Job Title: Staff Accountant
Who We Are: USCS is driven to advance, innovate and serve companies seeking the best service, facilities, and logistics in the cold chain. We are employee focused, an equal employment opportunity employer and would love to have you join our team.
The Job Details: The Staff Accountant will be responsible for providing accounting assistance to the Corporate Accounting Manager and Controller. The Staff Accountant must be able to work independently and take responsibility for the tasks they are assigned. Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
• Obtain Assist in preparation of journal entries for month end
• Create and maintain recurring journal entries
• Maintain approval matrix for accounts payable system
• Assist in Fixed asset additions and disposals
• Create month end reports
• Assist Accounting Manager in special project
• Maintain monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Close AR and GL for month end
• Assist with any accounting issues that arise from the field
• Run CA process for accounts receivable as needed
• Perform check runs for accounts payable
• Deposit checks
• Complete any additional tasks assigned by Accounting Manager and Controller.
The Job Specifics:
• Location, Department and Work Hours: Location, Department, Hours
• Reports To: To whom
• Travel Amount: May vary
• Job Type, EEO, and Job Code: Full-Time, Exempt JOB CODE
What We Are Looking For:
Education
• 4-year College degree required.
Experience
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional knowledge and experience in accounting management including problem solving, conflict resolution skills, consulting skills, operational management skills and analytical skills.
• Thorough knowledge of general accounting including thorough skills knowledge plus the application of general accounting theory.
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Other Abilities You Will Need to Have: The physical demands described below are representative of those required of an individual performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
• Good arithmetic, reading, and typing skills
• Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
• Be able to see, speak and hear
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• May require physical effort associated with using the computer to access information, or occasional standing, walking, lifting needed to carry out everyday activities.
• Understand and follow verbal instruction, written instruction and company policies.
• A starter that can work independently and coordinate with others
• Follow safety procedures at all times.
• Ability to manage stress and productivity guidelines
The Standard Details:
• Always maintain a professional manner in appearance and communications.
• Participate in staff and/or customer meetings if required.
• Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any non-conformities relating to product, process, and quality systems.
• Identify and record any issues relating to product, processes and/or quality.
• Initiate, recommend, or provide solutions through appropriate channels.
• Verify the implementation of solutions.
• Follow posted security procedures at all times while in the building.
• Participate in Safety and Educational Training.
What’s In It For You:
A great company with great people. Full-time employees not under contract are offered: 401K and Educational Assistance after 1 year; If elected, Blue Cross Blue Shield after 30 days of service; Company Life Insurance; and a bunch of other great perks.
Things We Need To Mention:
• The above job description may not include all tasks necessary to complete the job.
• Job functions may vary based on area of operation. The job description is a listing of the most common tasks the associate will be required to perform in that job area.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.