Accountant
Northeast Shared Services, Buffalo, NY, United States
The Accountant plays a key role in supporting financial accuracy and business decision-making by analyzing, reconciling, and maintaining financial data. This position is responsible for general ledger activities, financial reporting, and audit support, while ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards. The role may also include supervising a small team and providing guidance on day-to-day financial operations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reconcile assigned accounts and maintain accurate, complete records on a periodic and fiscal year-end basis
Perform detailed general ledger analyses across balance sheet and income statement accounts, identifying and explaining variances (year-over-year and vs. budget)
Support the development of annual budgets and profit plans for designated areas
Prepare audit schedules and assist external auditors during year-end audits, including maintaining and updating internal control documentation
Independently resolve routine issues; expedite complex matters as needed
Provide direction and oversight to assigned staff to ensure timely completion of daily, period-end, and year-end activities
Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and internal controls
Perform additional duties as assigned by management
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret financial data
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Proven attention to detail and accuracy
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (or equivalent certification) required
2–5 years of relevant accounting experience, including exposure to financial reporting and analysis
Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred
USE OF AI IN OUR WORK
At Northeast Grocery, we encourage the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help increase efficiency, productivity, and quality of work. Corporate team members may be expected to leverage AI‑enabled tools to support tasks such as analysis, content development, problem‑solving, and process improvement. All AI use must align with company policies, data privacy standards, and ethical guidelines.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Bending Occasional 1-3 Hours
Walking Occasional 1-3 Hours
Standing Occasional 1-3 Hours
Lifting Occasional 1-3 Hours up to 25lbs
Pushing/Pulling Occasional 1-3 Hours up to 25lbs
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reconcile assigned accounts and maintain accurate, complete records on a periodic and fiscal year-end basis
Perform detailed general ledger analyses across balance sheet and income statement accounts, identifying and explaining variances (year-over-year and vs. budget)
Support the development of annual budgets and profit plans for designated areas
Prepare audit schedules and assist external auditors during year-end audits, including maintaining and updating internal control documentation
Independently resolve routine issues; expedite complex matters as needed
Provide direction and oversight to assigned staff to ensure timely completion of daily, period-end, and year-end activities
Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and internal controls
Perform additional duties as assigned by management
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret financial data
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Proven attention to detail and accuracy
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (or equivalent certification) required
2–5 years of relevant accounting experience, including exposure to financial reporting and analysis
Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred
USE OF AI IN OUR WORK
At Northeast Grocery, we encourage the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help increase efficiency, productivity, and quality of work. Corporate team members may be expected to leverage AI‑enabled tools to support tasks such as analysis, content development, problem‑solving, and process improvement. All AI use must align with company policies, data privacy standards, and ethical guidelines.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Bending Occasional 1-3 Hours
Walking Occasional 1-3 Hours
Standing Occasional 1-3 Hours
Lifting Occasional 1-3 Hours up to 25lbs
Pushing/Pulling Occasional 1-3 Hours up to 25lbs
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