Location : Name

Onalaska Support Office

Company Overview

ABOUT FESTIVAL FOODS:We are a Wisconsin family- and employee-owned grocer that is committed to giving back to the communities it serves and providing guests with exceptional service and value. We operate +40 full-service supermarkets across the state of Wisconsin.

At Festival, people are at the top of our list. You’ll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests – even in our extensive associate benefits and programs.

Job Summary

Job Title: Associate Accountant II

FLSA Status: Hourly

Reports To: Accounting Operations Manager

The Associate Accountant II assists Accounting Leadership with administrative, accounting and bookkeeping functions. This role is responsible for compiling and reviewing financial information, maintaining records, processing accounting support tasks such as accounts receivable and accounts payable related items, as well as performing general administrative tasks.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

• Deposit checks, post payments to accounts receivable (AR) and prepare cash journal entries

• Prepare AR invoices, monitor AR balances, and prepare customer statements

• Work with cross-functional team to collect outstanding AR balances

• Respond timely to inquiries from vendors, customers, or co-workers and researches and resolves concerns or discrepancies

• Primary point of contact for organization’s support departments for corporate credit cards or accounts receivable related questions

• Reconcile subledger accounts to general ledger and bank account in accordance with quarter close deadlines

• Assist in quarter-end close activities as assigned

• Conducts vendor and location setup and modifications

• Assists with vendor payments via check, ACH or virtual card

• Assists with training associate accountants

• Assists with creation of process documentation and implementation of process improvements as directed by Accounting Leadership

• Develop in depth knowledge of accounting software platforms; assist with system conversions and implementation

• Other duties as assigned

  QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree in accounting or finance required

• At least 2 years of experience in an accounting environment

• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices

• Working knowledge of sales and use tax regulations

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to work efficiently in highly transactional, fast-paced environment

• Excellent organizational skills

• Ability to communicate effectively across the organization and our vendor community

• Expertise in Microsoft Excel

• Must possess a high degree of confidentiality

• Quick learner who is comfortable working with multiple software applications

  PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to stand, walk, sit for extended periods of time

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

• Bending, stretching, and occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs. is required

• Professional presence and proper phone etiquette are required

• Occasional travel may be required

  WORK SCHEDULE

  The Associate Accountant II is a full-time hourly position. The work schedule will include mornings and afternoons. Occasional overtime may be required.

Benefits Overview

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE:

• Associate Discount:Enjoy an industry-leading 15% off your grocery purchases for you and your immediate household!.

• Weekly Pay & Premium Pay:Hourly associates are paid weekly, providing more frequent access to their funds. Part-time store associates are paid a $1 premium per hour on Sundays and select holidays. Hourly full-time store associates receive time and a half on Sundays and select holidays.

• Two-Week Advanced Scheduling:Better Planning. Better Balance. We provide our associates with their schedules two weeks in advance, offering greater predictability & flexibility.

• Vision & Dental Insurance:Part-time and full-time associates are eligible for vision insurance and two dental coverage options that are designed to fit your needs.

• Support:Our associates receive support for their total well-being; including 3 weeks of paid parental leave, a fitness reimbursement program offering savings off of fitness membership fees; our EAP (Employee Assistance Program) and LEAPCare Care Coaches, which provide associates confidential care related to hospital visitation, conflict resolution, stress management, marriage or divorce, family issues and depression or anxiety.

• Save for Your Future:Offering both a 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan, we’re proud to support our associates in planning for retirement by offering two retirement savings plans. The 401(k) plan empowers associates to save a portion of their paychecks for retirement. Festival Foods has an annual discretionary match to help our associates reach their savings goals. Our ESOP is a retirement plan above and beyond a 401(k) plan that gives associates “free” ownership in the company and an opportunity to share in Festival’s growth and success. Associates are given shares based on their years of service and earnings.

At Festival Foods we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We are dedicated to building a top-notch team of skilled, experienced and service-oriented associates who represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and talents. Festival Foods believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates, products, and our community strengthen our ability to serve our guests, as we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people.

Address

3800 Emerald Drive E

City

Onalaska

State

WI

Postal Code

54650

Location NameOnalaska Support Office

Address3800 Emerald Drive E

CityOnalaska

StateWI

Postal Code54650

Requisition ID2024-44703