Staff Accountant (3469)

Carl Buddig and Company is a meat manufacturing company seeking a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations. The role focuses on journal entries, account reconciliations, batch posting, accounts payable support, financial reporting, month-end close activities, audits, and process improvements.

What you'll do:

• Prepare and post routine journal entries, accruals, reclasses, freight adjustments, and other accounting adjustments in accordance with company policies and GAAP
• Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, investigate variances, and help resolve reconciling items in a timely manner
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes by completing assigned tasks accurately and on schedule
• Post daily batches in D365, including sales, cash, and accounts receivable activity
• Review and validate daily batches using system queries to confirm completeness, accuracy, and proper posting
• Support accounts payable activities by uploading and posting weekly AP journal entries, including promotional activity, when prepared and ready for posting
• Support the preparation of financial reports, management reporting schedules, and supporting documentation
• Review account activity to identify unusual items, support variance explanations, and escalate issues as needed
• Maintain accounting records, process documentation, and support internal controls to promote accuracy and consistency
• Partner with cross functional teams to obtain information and resolve routine accounting questions
• Support audit requests, finance projects, reporting improvements, and process automation initiatives as assigned
• Perform other administrative and logging duties as assigned

What they're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• Working knowledge of GAAP, general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and ask questions to ensure work is completed accurately
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across accounting, finance, operations, and other business functions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required
• CPA eligibility or interest in pursuing CPA preferred
• Entry-level accounting experience preferred, including internships, entry-level accounting roles, or approximately 1–2 years of related accounting experience; industry-specific experience is not required
• Experience preparing or supporting journal entries, reconciliations, schedules, and analysis of account activity preferred
• Experience with Microsoft D365, Power BI, or other ERP/reporting tools preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to integrity, accountability, continuous improvement, and supporting a positive team culture

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• FSA
• HSA
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Vacation & PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Potential for a discretionary bonus based on personal and company performance; this is not a guaranteed bonus plan