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Staff Accountant

Posted 11 days ago

chesapeake search partnersJessup (MD)

SENIORITY

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About the role

Chesapeake Search Partners is partnering with a growing, industry-leading organization in the food distribution sector to identify a Staff Accountant to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced operational environment and wants exposure to all aspects of accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and business analysis. Reporting directly to the CFO, this individual will play a key role in maintaining financial accuracy, supporting management reporting, and driving process improvements across the organization.
What You'll Do: Prepare account reconciliations and supporting schedules. Analyze general ledger activity and assist with monthly and quarterly financial reporting. Record and maintain asset, liability, revenue, and expense transactions. Support budgeting and forecasting activities across departments. Partner with leadership to ensure management reporting requirements are met. Maintain accounting processes and procedures while ensuring data integrity and confidentiality. Evaluate inventory and operational controls to identify cost-saving and profitability improvement opportunities. Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, warehouse, sales, and administrative teams. Analyze financial and operational data to identify process improvement opportunities. Assist with special projects and other accounting responsibilities as needed.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance required.1-3+ years of accounting experience. Strong understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting. Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications. Ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative team environment. High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail. Experience within manufacturing, distribution, food production, or supply chain environments is highly preferred.

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